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.

The Reel Moment at great time photographing Denzel Curry, redveil, and AG Club while they performed…read morelive at The Agora in Cleveland, OH on 09/30/22! High energy show! Incredible venue, and staff! Would definitely recommend! - TRM

Went to see Cathy Griffin. $27.00 for parking in a dirt lot. Last time at Agora. I wouldn't go…read moresee Reborn Elvis at that rate. And sitting in metal card table chairs. Low rated liquor at premium prices. The Agora is now a big ripoff. Cathy was the only thing good about it.

I came here for the vegan pierogi btw and had no idea that it was in a very queer area with queer…read morevibes which was such a nice surprise! I would also like to say that I am very impressed by how vegan forward Cleveland is. Idk why I wasn't expecting it. I doni't even feel like I experience this shit in NY but maybe I am not going to the right places. Anyways, we sat at the bar and went to work ordering our beverages. It was early enough that I could benefit from more caffeine so I was pleased to see a coffee-esque cocktail with vodka. GF ordered the sangria. I embarrassed myself a lil by assuming the three pierogi could be mix and match which they cannot. We wanted the classic potato and cheese but also wanted to try one of the vegan ones so went with the sweet potato and black bean. I was further thrown for a loop when I was asked what sauces I want. Oh my god there are sauces to choose from?!? Did I even read the menu? The bartender threw out some options I couldn't argue with: sriracha something creamy maybe sour cream or mayo? and French onion which was intriguing. Both were SO good. The pierogi were also spectacular. They were HUGE and the filling was to die. Diamond in the rough.

Another Pierogi week stop. We walked in and just hung out with another couple waiting to be sat. We…read morestill hadn't gotten help by any staff in the front room. The couple were talking with told us to try the help yourself area in a covered outside picnic tables. We did find an area to sit. One of the waiters wiped down the table and greeted us. The kitchen was super busy, so we were waiting a bit for our food. The makeshift gluten free Ham and Cheese was solid. The marinara sauce that came on the side was an excellent touch. I would have preferred it warm with the Ham and Cheese which was warm. It was nice to have a place to sit, but I will say that outside was having a tough time competing with the heater. It would hot, I'd take my coat off and then it got chilly. Pierogi week really makes the menu small. I would love to return and experience the whole menu and sit inside in a more stable climate. Mild issue, I was trying to connect to the wi-fi and the option on the flyer on the table wasn't available. Good not great experience here. What staff we interacted with was very helpful and nice. Appetizers and food were good. Not that I'd wish smaller crowds on a business but I feel if we could get an inside seat, we'd have a better than good experience.

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.

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.

Went here after the David Byrne concert. Cool vibe and amazing drinks. Definitely worth checking…read moreout if you are in downtown Cleveland

Fun atmosphere and a good find. My friend and I had a wonderful time here. The drinks were…read moredelicious! A bit pricey though, so be warned. My drink was almost $20. Also, the menu makes it sound like the drinks will be a little showy. For example, the drink I ordered said it would be poured out of a Bible. It was called "the blessing." And my friend's was supposed to be served in a piggy bank. And other drinks say they will be served in pineapples, have a fire element, etc. Which sounded super fun! However, it must have just been part of the speakeasy bit? Our drinks were normal cocktails served in normal cocktail glasses. A bit disappointing, so be warned if you are like us and were expecting some razzle dazzle!

This spot is truly a hidden gem tucked into the beautiful, walkable neighborhood of Tremont…read more Parking was easy just a short stroll from the library on weekends, and there's plenty of free street parking nearby as well. From the moment you step inside, the cozy, warm aesthetic pulls you in. The décor is beautiful and intentional, giving you that authentic New Orleans vibe right here in Cleveland. The hostess was friendly and got us seated right away, which set the tone for a great experience as my friends and I celebrated a birthday brunch. The brunch menu was full of tempting options, but the stuffed French toast had to happen rich, flavorful, and absolutely worth it. One of my friends ordered the shrimp and grits, and baby, let me tell you... it was hitting. Perfectly seasoned, full of flavor, and the kind of dish you don't want to share. The food was hands down the highlight of the visit. Every plate was seasoned to perfection, full of bold flavors, and truly memorable. Overall, this place did not disappoint I'll definitely be back!

They should definitely note their "last seating" on here somewhere. We drove 20 minutes to get here…read moreand were met by a lovked door and them telling us the last seating is at 7:30. I wish I could say something about the food but I didn't have the opportunity.

I ordered the shrimp and grits with no grits just spice that was overwhelming. The service was…read moremediocre as it took five minutes to get a spoon. The server was friendly however not the best.

Great food, amazing decor and ambiance, and super friendly service! The look and feel of the place…read morecan easily convince you that you're in New Orleans instead of Cleveland. Lots of drink options, but the star of the show is the food! Had the jambalaya, which was amazing with just the right amount of heat. If you are going to a show here, purchasing food grants you a fast pass ticket to the show, which gives you first crack at the best seats for the show. Excellent value!

Pros: what a great venue! The sound was perfect, we watched The Slackers and Mustard Plug and had…read morethe time of our lives. Drinks are moderately priced, there is plenty of street parking, and the decor rocks. There are limited bathroom stalls but the restrooms were VERY clean. There was toilet paper and soap all night long, I don't think I've ever been to a cleaner rock venue. So happy about that! Cons:The stage is at a bit on an angle, so my friend on her wheelchair had trouble seeing even from the front row, but we were very happy the venue was wheelchair friendly.

I'm gonna start this out by saying that it absolutely kills me not to give this place 5 stars. It…read moreis an absolutely awesome venue, with great bartenders and cheap beer, and is a staple in the metal and punk communities. The reason that I am writing this is SOLELY because of a serious sanitation issue at the Oceano show that was not properly addressed. Some guy broke his nose in the mosh pit, which obviously can happen and is just part of the risk of going to metal shows, but he chose to be an idiot about it and bled all over every inch of the bathroom instead of using his shirt to stop it. All over the hallway, the bathroom floor, the toilet, the sinks, and the countertops. Every surface was completely coverd in pools of blood. To make matters worse, someone plugged up the toilet and people continuted to use it, resulting in a river of urine throughout the entire bathroom. This mixed with the blood, and created an extreme safety concern. One of the Grog Shop staff went in the barhroom and noticed this, but instead of cleaning it up, he just put an "Out of Order" sticker on the stall. The blood and urine was never cleaned up. Don't get me wrong, I get that most music clubs are all pretty run-down and filthy and it's to be expected, but this is absolutely unacceptable. Everyone knows that there are health department standards about bodily fluid clean-up, and the serious health risks that these fluids pose to patrons. I literally had to throw my shoes away when I got home and wash my feet, because the waste on the floor was so deep that it reached the canvas parts of my shoes. This is absolutely disgusting. Please do better in the future.

We went to Mercury Music Lounge for our first time. We went to Boozy Bingo that is usually held at…read moreThe Winchester. The Mercury is unique with a stage area elevated about the bar. The sound was quite loud for a bingo game. I am sure they are good for a band. The had a good selection on tap and ample seating. There was an area in back we did not get to see. The Mercury does not serve food, but they are connected to Oscar's pizza and the delivery to your table. The Mercury has a very full schedule of events. Overall it was a good experience and we always love going to Lakewood.

It was an absolutely great experience! The stage was big and there was lots of room for moshing,…read moredrinks were decently priced, I'd say about the normal, they have really good fries! The sound system was excellent!! I could feel the base in my bones. :) Will come again!