This place made our father's day! My husband and I go to NOLA yearly and my dad always whines we…read morenever take him so this was a great compromise! Erin was our server and she was amazing, from beginning to end! We would come back just for her, but I know she works limited hours because she's busy being an epic artist! She let my dad tell her dad jokes and when he wanted to meet Leo (because he looks like Fish from Shoresy and my mom thought he was hot) they obliged which was truly going above and beyond (even if it made me and my sister a little awkward). The boudin balls were great! Very similar to New Orlean's verisons so that was great! We also tried the hot rocks which were also great! Our table tried both gumbos, the jambalaya and the crab cakes. All of which were delicious and the closest you'll find to NOLA style around here! For dessert my mom scored the last creme brulee which made her day and the rest of us had beignets. Their beignets are definitely not Cafe Beignet or Loretta's level, but they are still absolutely delicious as their own dessert, like a mix between a funnel cake and a beignet! Drinks were also amazing! It's one of like 3 places you can get a Pimms cup in Cleveland! They had a lot of other cool options and Sunday looks like it's usually an all day happy hour so we have to go back! And finally, I just have to note how beautiful the place is. Decor everywhere you look, my little sister couldn't stop taking pictures! It was such a lovely experience! I can't say enough great things!

I have never been to New Orleans and no desire to go but love the food. We stumbled upon Bourbon…read moreStreet Barrel Room that takes you to New Orleans without having to go there. The decor looks like a New Orleans restaurant and there is even a second level for seating. The food is delicious. They have great Happy Hour Specials with portions and prices small enough to sample food items. They also have a pick 3 on the menu that lets you pick different menu items. Our favorites are of course the Chicken Gumbo and Jambalaya but tried to duck wings that were crispy and perfectly cooked. We also tried to fried okra that was awesome. The craft beer and cocktail menu is extensive and we upgraded to the large hurricane, which was fruity and refreshing. Service was Excellent. Highly recommend!

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!

Went to the Butcher & Brewer on an early Friday night. Food was decent, came out quickly. I had…read morethe flat bread; the other folks had the sliders. Again, decent food. What was irritating was the order by QR code method. I go to a restaurant to be waited on, to finally relax and enjoy the service. Running through pictures and prices on my phone screen, then punching in your CC is not my idea of a relaxing experience. Dump this and pay your servers and maybe we'll come back!

Okay, the Crispy Pork Shank was sooooo SOOOO good. It's been a couple weeks since I went here, and…read moreI'm still thinking about it. The Patatas Bravas (not pictured) were also very good-- nice and crispy, and a little spicy! I'd come back here just for those two things. The Beet Salad was okay, it was just waaayyy over seasoned -- way too salty. At least that can easily be corrected. The vibe of the place is cool and trendy. And the staff was all very nice, and offered a lot of help. We sat outside, so we had to order from a QR code, which was different, but fine! I'm not sure if the ordering process is different if you sit inside.

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!

I went to this location with coworkers for our Employee Appreciation Dinner and I had the wings…read more. I really did like them. They're delicious. Also, there is a slight "kick" but definitely bearable. The calamari was good as well. We sat on the patio and regretfully, I didn't go inside (too full) but overall, I'm willing to visit again as I stay relatively close.

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.

This place is awesome! We were in Cleveland from out of town and were wandering the neighborhood…read morelooking for light eats. Someone saw us looking lost and asked if they could help and directed us here. Absolutely fell in love with this place. Awesome vibe, friendly staff, great food and drinks. We were looking for apps, we got the pirogies and empanadas. The kids both got Mac and cheese. All were delicious and home made. If I lived in the area, I would definitely be a regular.

This place is an absolute must visit. I've travelled extensively and this spot has earned one of my…read moretop favorite places to eat. We had the arancini, root vegetable latkes, fried calamari and veal meatballs. The sauce for the meatballs was the kind of sauce you want more of to dip your bread into. The meatball was perfectly seasoned and tender. The star is the calamari. Do not let the idea of kimchi throw you off, it made the dish. My husband does not like kimchi and he polished off more of this than I did. Service was top notch both in service and conversation. And while the tavern is small, it just adds the right vibe.

Bustling, local watering hole…read more Plenty of free street parking and easy to find. This neighborhood is one of my favorites because of the hidden gems quietly tucked in this residential area. I know they serve food, but we just came for drinks. It was very busy during the week about 6pm. We were able to sit at the bar. The bar was filled with regulars, most of whom were friends with the bartender. She was not enjoying her job this night and appeared stressed sounded annoyed. She did make us drinks and warmed up slightly, but I hate feeling like you're putting the staff out just by ordering a drink off the menu. We ordered an Alligator Lounge and Yada Yads. Both tasty. I felt drinks were on the pricey side for what you get. It's a very popular place and feels intimate. I would try it again when back in the area.

Great food. Great service. The Cleveland was amazing. Very open and welcoming atmosphere.read more

Unexpected highlight of our stay! We kind of just tumbled in here blindly before a Guardians game…read morenot realizing how incredible it was going to be. If we had more time and/or return to Cleveland I would/will go back and order more thoughtfully! We split the Big Pig sandwich, side potato salad and a couple beers. Our waiter was awesome, atmosphere was electric. A++!!