Outstanding choice for dining in Cleveland. If you are looking for a quintessential Cleveland…read moreexperience, this is it. The Rowley Inn is located in a nice neighborhood (Tremont) across the street from the Christmas Story house. I had three meals there. The first, loaded pierogis, was the ultimate comfort dish. Pierogis with potato centers were covered in diced kielbasa, bacon (yes, bacon), and covered in cheddar cheese. Ahhhhh. The others at my table raved about the kielbasa and pierogi dish. They also liked the beer selection. How do you know you have a great find? You think about the meal long after it is consumed. Next meal- breakfast. I had the kielbasa and pierogi omelet. Need I say more? Finally, we came back a third time and I ordered the burger. No burger place (save Chuckbox in Tempe, AZ) can match the Rowley burger. The burger is actually seasoned and cooked to order. I had it medium rare. Sheer perfection. Typing this review makes me sad because I live far away from Cleveland. If you are in The Land, you must drop everything you are doing to get to the Rowley Inn. It is a 8 minute drive from downtown.

I had a damn decent time at the Rowley Inn! Visiting Cleveland from San Antonio for some…read morepresidential history, but when I saw this joint had been on Guy Fieri's "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives"... I definitely aimed to visit. I mean, plus... There's a pretty famous house across the street. I waited a few moments longer than I would have liked for the hostess to seat me, ultimately choosing a two top behind a pillar toward the back. This may have been a mistake... As service waned throughout my meal. The bacon wrapped tots are a MUST TRY. Fantastic! The steak frites was also very good. I've been to nice steak joints that don't know how to cook a steak medium that consistently throughout. My initial water glass was cracked, and a decent chip in the top almost cut my lip. I brought it to the servers attention and she replaced it. And, I also ordered an Arnold Palmer, which never came. Had it not been for those oversights, it may have been a five star review, which is a definite rarity for me when I've tried "Triple-D" locations. Usually I leave disappointed. Y'all, it's an old school bar vibe. Divey. Loved it! Very cool ambiance. So glad I went. It may have been a little loud, honestly...but it is a bar...and I'm getting old! Hahaha!

This place was definitely a unique experience and worth a try. I've always wanted to try actual…read moregumbo (not out of a soup can lol) and jambalaya (not out of a store bought pouch). I got the best of both worlds worth excellent tasting gumbo and jambalaya. I ordered the Pick 3 appetizers: chicken & andouille sausage gumbo, jambalaya, and "Who Dat?" Cheese Bites. The pick 3 appetizers was worth every penny. The cheese bites had a a bite for sure. The food was so good and filling I had leftovers. The waitress was amazing and kept the drinks flowing. She wished me a happy birthday and even brought me a birthday beignet with a candle in it. The parking can be a little tricky. Make sure you know when free parking is available in the area or else you're looking at $10. Also, I knew this in advance but there is an automatic 20% gratuity charge on parties 5 and up. The main restrooms are down the stairs and creatively decored.

We came to check it out based on the reviews. It took a bit of time for us to find parking. It…read moreseems like they offer free parking by the library. We tried a few beer tasters and I liked Ciderboys recommended by our waitress. It happened to be happy hour so we ordered sweet potato waffle fries, chicken & andouille gumbo, and Louisiana Cajon jambalaya off the happy hour menu. They were not the best I've had but they were still good. The portion size was decent, more than enough for both of us to share. The ambience was great. It got busy as the night went on. Our waitress was friendly and checked on us frequently. Overall, I had a good experience.

Note: Studio West 117 and therefore, Muze Gastropub, is closing in December 2025 and will no longer…read morebe in business. I hope a new LGBT+ space will be created in Cleveland, but will be managed better financially than Studio West was! I have been twice to Muze for their drag brunches in the past 3 years and am sad to hear that it is closing. I love drag shows and enjoyed Muze's food for the most part. Their service wasn't always the greatest. Here are some notes I have taken (but never got around to publishing on Yelp until now) on my experiences there and the food I ordered: Recent visit in August 2025: The Sunday drag brunch was a $5 cover charge that was added to our bill at the end. They were out of burgers and chorizo that day so I got a diner dish with a chocolate chip pancake and smoked sausage and scrambled eggs. I had a diet coke to sip on but it was flat. My bf had a hash scramble and a mimosa. My friend got us pub fries to share. They were smothered in gravy. I ate way too many of these and probably grew a pants size or two! Monica Lexin was the host/emcee and our drag performers were: Monica Lexin, Kellan, Bran Stroker, and Golden Jack. The crowd was too quiet and too cheap, sadly, but in comparison to my last time I visited 3 years ago, the staff is much better and less apathetic. I found my old, unpublished notes from my visit 3 years ago and here's some highlights. I know the place was busy for the show but it took forever for us to get waited on. Waters were hardly ever refilled and we had to wait 45 minutes for water. Overheard there is only one bartender and one chef, odd for a big drag show money maker! Once the show got going, service got way better. As for food, the fries were not as crunchy as they should be, tasted fine. The garlic aoili was stellar as a dipping sauce. I ordered and received a very yummy Cubano with fatty and salty pork belly. My brother got a breakfast pizza with a swirl of hollandaise and an above average cheese pull. The dough was deceptively hard to chew. I brought home my brother's leftover pizza and my Cubano which were tasty as leftovers and I was very full. Overall, this was a great vibe. Glad we have it in Cleveland. Not amazing service but good food and great vibes OVERALL; Sounds like I would have given it 3 to 3.5 stars three years ago. I'll go ahead and bump my total review to a 4 since there's obviously been some improvement.

Muze is an open concept pub with excellent food and immaculate vibes. Excellent vegan options on…read morethe menu at this inclusive and inviting space. The Funky Fungai Pizza was consumed rather quickly and now ranks pretty high on my list of good vegan pizza in greater Cleveland. Our server was also very attentive and helpful. Can't wait to return for karaoke or trivia (or drag bingo).

We loved our brief visit here, and the only negative I can say is we didn't have enough time to…read morestay and drink more beer! Next time, we must visit longer. Noble Beast is a great brewery in downtown Cleveland. This one felt more like warehouse breweries all over, but with its own urban jungle vibe of vines growing down from every skylight. Their beer is great quality, which is easy to see by all the awards they have displayed behind the bar akin to high school championship banners. The place was packed, but the bartenders were so nice, even chatting a while about the place. They have seating inside with picnic tables, small tables and chairs, and standing room around the bar and on the back small porch. Just based on our visit for one beer each, I look forward to returning sometime soon!

Cleveland seems to have a fair amount of local craft brewers. I was very happy with my meal, the…read moretasty beers and the service. The chicken sandwich was alright, and I enjoyed the signature Bohemian Pilsner and a nice hazy IPA. Low tables, hi-tops and bar seating aplenty. 10/10 would return!

Food and service were amazing. Our favorite stop downtown before a Guardians game. Sliders and…read morepapas bravas are epic!

Service was great! The steak and pasta were delicious and cooked perfectly. Great place for drinks…read moreand dinner!

Visited The Oak Barrel for dinner recently. When we arrived, it was quiet and empty, which was…read moreideal. When we were seated, our waitress brought us some cold water in glasses and gave us menus. I felt like trying some bourbon, so I requested Larceny. There were a lot of tasty looking options on the menu, but I ultimately settled on salmon. My wife requested cod, and my son requested the rib dinner. The ambience of the place was nice. The waitress was friendly and there was a car show outside, which was cool. It didn't take long for our food to be cooked. My fish was hot off the grill, had a wonderful crispy finish, and was cooked to my specification. The salmon was delicious, as were the mashed potatoes it was served on. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and delicious as well. I was craving more. Everyone enjoyed their meals and with great service, we agreed that this could be a place we visit when we're in the area. Great stuff!

All around amazing! Great service, great drink and menu suggestions from Hannah. My drink was…read moreamazing. I opted for an entree Salad ..a Cobb made with all real, fresh and local produce an house made dressing . Also amazing!

This goes down as my favorite bar in Cleveland, and I visited far more than any person probably…read moreshould in just two days. To call it a neighborhood bar is an understatement. It's tucked away in a residential area inside an old house, giving it a charm that's impossible to manufacture. The interior is unpretentious, cozy, and full of character... and maybe a few characters too. The barkeeps have plenty of personality. There are no robotic greetings or scripted welcomes here, just genuine hospitality from people who seem happy to be behind the bar. Whiskey dominates the spirits menu, but there's plenty else to choose from. And don't let the casual vibe fool you--you can absolutely get a serious cocktail here, expertly made and perfectly balanced. On the food side, if you've had one too many and need something substantial to soak up the drinks, may I suggest the Polish Platter? It's an absolutely delicious gut bomb loaded with pierogies, stuffed cabbage, Polish sausage, noodles, and potato cakes. The cabbage, sausage, and pierogies were all fantastic. Prosperity Social Club is the kind of place every city wishes it had: authentic, welcoming, and completely devoid of pretense. It's the sort of bar you walk into for one drink and end up staying all night.

Great vegan options! We tried a variety of dishes. The fish fry and fish sandwich were yummy. The…read moretofu wings and vegan pierogis were delicious. Had plenty to take home leftovers. Definitely worth a trip back.

My favorite find in Tremont!!!! Great outdoor patio and one of the most entertaining cocktail…read moremenus you'll ever see! The cocktails, especially considering that they are batched, were fantastic. Liminal garden was probably one of the most unique I've ever tasted, and my friends really enjoyed the berry jubilee and chase your peach. There's also a very impressive food menu, and my friends said the calamari was the best they've ever had! And if you're looking for a highly efficient and potent tipple- try a clarified milk shot. Service was prompt and pleasant. A true neighborhood gem!

My girlfriend and I came here on a Friday evening. She booked reservations in advance, which was…read moregood because the restaurant was very busy. We were placed out on the patio in the back. It's a very pretty patio with tables and umbrellas. It took our server quite a while to actually come and check on us, and they didn't come back frequently. We ended up ordering drinks. I got one of the cocktails on the menu, which was just OK. My girlfriend just ordered vodka and tonic and said it was fine. She ended up ordering a chicken sandwich and I had the meatballs. Both were average, but nothing to write home about. Because the service was just OK, and the food was the same, I don't think we will come back. There are so many other options in the area that appeal to us more. If you're just looking for a place to grab cocktails, I think this might be a nice place for you. And I'm sure service is better on other nights. Parking can be tough, but there's plenty of street parking nearby.

First, it's not your typical BBQ joint but excellent food with friendly staff and a very cool vibe…read more We went before the last Guardians home game for the regular season and had a wonderful experience. All the food in our group was excellent. We had the cucumber/tomato salad, a meal called This is Cleveland, pulled pork sandwich, potato salad & leafy greens. The cucumber salad has of course cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, chick peas, feta & cilantro in a light vinegar sauce. Refreshing! The " This is Cleveland" is 3 meats (ribs, pulled pork and Kielbasa over a bed of sauerkraut (spicy cabbage) and was fantastic as well. The pulled pork sandwich with potato salad was piled high with juicy pork with some slaw on a bun and it too was delicious! There are a wide selection of beer as well as a selection of bourbon & whiskey that goes from your average to high brow selections. Very cool spot and we will be back the next time we are in Cleveland! Thanks for a great experience!

Oooof, If you've ever had Texas BBQ, or well probably any other BBQ across America, I'd skip this…read moreone. I'm not sure how this place has decent reviews. The BBQ is terrible. If you actually want the best BBQ fly to Dallas and go to Terry Black's or Pecan Lodge. I wanted to try a hodgepodge of a bunch of different meats and items, and sadly all of them were flat out bad. Up first, a $13 Kentucky Old Fashioned. Oof, well it wasn't an Old Fashioned as much as it was a shot of bourbon. Better luck next time. I had never had Pierogi in my life so I wanted to try it. I got the one here for $12.50. Wooof. I won't be ordering that again. I got a side of $7.50 potato salad. At least it was eatable. For the main course, I had the $58 giant beef rib. This is typically my favorite item at any BBQ restaurant. Whoa, the one here was a greasy, fatty, messy waste of money. So disappointing. Sorry, this is the worst BBQ I've ever had, anywhere.

Terrestrial has great beer options and is dog-friendly (which also means... friendly dogs ). I…read moreenjoyed both the Betelgeuse and the Road Tripel, though the Betelgeuse easily takes the cake. This is a great spot to hang out and enjoy one of their continuously rotating beers. The staff is friendly and attentive. If you're bringing a dog, they'll typically bring over a water bowl, and they genuinely seem to enjoy interacting with all the pups. Another highlight is that they currently offer five non-alcoholic beers. If you're out for a ride or a run, you can stop in and enjoy an N/A without worrying about stumbling through the rest of your workout. TL;DR: Great neighborhood brewery at the tip of the Towpath Trail with friendly staff, great beer, and plenty of friendly dogs.

Brought our pup here last weekend. Love that they allow dogs inside! Service was great and the food…read morewas delicious. The pretzel with beer cheese and hot mustard was amazing. We also had the single smash burger and the fried chicken sandwich. The happy hour special for the single smash burger was great ($10 I believe) and the burger actually had a lot more going on than I thought it would (bacon, cheese?) Giving it a 4 rather than 5 because my husband didn't love the fried chicken sandwich and I thought there could have been a better beer selection.