Parnell's is a fun spot on Cleveland Heights! There are lots of great cocktails to choose from, though it can be a bit on the pricier side. Very casual relaxed spot to grab a drink with friends! They don't sell food but you are able to bring outside food in. read more

Out of towners that stopped in for a few. We were delighted with the off beat trivia challenge. We would like to know if there is a posting of the weekly questions or plans for a podcast like option? Also impressed they had Black currant/blackberry shots for the Guinness. read more

So nice to have a cocktail etc bar in the Fairmount area. We loved getting a drink here while waiting for a seat at a restaurant nearby. It seemed to be only one bartender around 530pm on a Saturday but he was prompt and efficient! Oldschool but classy ambiance. Really nice! read more

Parnell's Irish Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

I'm impressed to see Parnell's has a combined 4 star rating, as we did not have a very good experience. We sat down at the bar and noticed the weather channel was on TV. I asked if they'd be able to change it to one of the NCAA March Madness games, and the bartender very sarcastically said 'no we don't watch basketball here'. It was so sarcastic, I legit couldn't tell if he was kidding or not. 5-10 awkward seconds later he recanted and said just kidding and proceeded to change the channel. We ordered two espresso martinis. We weren't sure if they had the means to make them, but figured they would've told us if they couldn't. Well, they made them, but I didn't see them add any espresso/coffee mixture. It was just vodka, kahlua and baileys from what I could tell. Essentially all the flavors of coffee without the caffeine, which was the primary reason we ordered them as we were headed to a concert that evening. On top of that, the drink was filled less than half way (pictured) leading to about 3 sips before it was finished. Then, come to find out each one cost around $9. Maybe we should've stuck to an Irish whiskey or Guinness. Maybe they should learn to make an espresso martini correctly, or don't make them at all. Maybe the bartender shouldn't have been so sarcastic to patrons they don't recognize as regulars. Or maybe you just shouldn't visit Parnell's, and if you do, definitely don't order an espresso martini. read more

Parnell's Irish Pub - Espresso martini - Irish Pub Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Great selection of whiskey! Nice Irish atmosphere and friendly bartender before going to flannigans wake

This is a fantastic pub. I went here with a small group of friends after work last night, and we all loved it. The atmosphere is great, it's a good crowd, and our bartender was phenomenal. They have a great selection of beers-- truly something for everyone. I'll definitely be back to Parnell's while I'm in town! read more

Great pour. Fun service. Fun customers. Easy to find. No food served. Great selection of whiskey read more

Parnell's Irish Pub - Beautiful Guinness - Irish Pub Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

You should stop at Parnells before seeing a show at Playhouse Square. It's the perfect spot for drinks before show. They have a large menu that can be accessed by QR code. The staff was picked to accommodate our party so we had a place to sit. I ordered an espresso martini which was not on the menu. They were quick to accommodate the request, and the martini was STRONG. The pub Is quite busy before shows so I would plan accordingly. there is quite a bit of seating but you may be standing at the bar. read more

Parnell's Irish Pub - Espresso Martini - Irish Pub Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

This is pub....beer and cocktails, very limited food for snacks. This is a small pub that is overly friendly and open to the downtown customers and Playhouse attendees. We enjoy going for the small bar vibe. read more

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Very cool place to go before or after a show. Great selection of whisky and great service as well. Local feel with a great atmosphere! Bourbon, Irish, Scotch...whatever your pleasure, you'll find it here. read more

Parnell's is a great little bar located in Playhouse Square. Just an old school bar with no food, but great drinks and a decent beer selection. The service is tremendous, my beer was never empty. You enter off Euclid, the bar will be on the right rear with various seating options on the other side. The L-shaped bar has a dark brown wooden bar top with a large matching rail to rest your forearms. A black footrest rests under the wooden bar stools with back support. With a rush before and after the theater, the vibe is very friendly and subdued. Great, experienced bartenders. Parnell's is an excellent place to stop by for a beer or cocktail in you're in Playhouse Square. read more

Parnell's is our favorite pub. We always stop in before a show. All bartenders can make the best cocktails.

Very cool place to enjoy some cocktails before a theater show. Whether a it's a craft beer or fine whiskey, this place can meet you needs. Friendly bartenders who can handle the crowd. Reasonable price. Very good seating options and window views as well. Cool place. Will make this a staple. read more

Parnell's Irish Pub - a phone booth and a lamp - Irish Pub Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Was not able to get food for watching the Super Bowl as the kitchen was closed. The Bar Tender was awesome and allowed us to bring in food from access the street and enjoy the game with great drinks. I'm coming back. read more

Excellent service. Friendly bartenders, positive atmosphere, and they make a great old fashioned. We had a wonderful time!

Purely beverage review. Full disclaimer I'm a huge Guinness lover. Constantly on the hunt for one Parnell's. Man do you pour a solid pint of Guinness. Turn me Irish. If you're having a day and just looking for a pint. Stop by folks you won't regret it. read more

If you are near playhouse square and looking for a great place to get drinks before of after a show, Parnell's Pub is exactly what you want, but be warned they do not have a kitchen only chips/pretzel like snacks. What they do have is a wide variety of Irish wiskey, a solid beer list with some of my favorite ipas and a wine list fit for the theatre crowd. Parnell's has even up'd their mule game too, if Moscow Mule remixes are something your into (like me). It also doesn't usually get overly crowded and the staff is consistently attentive, so you can easily get a quick, quality turnaround on drinks and still make a curtain up time. It can be a little pricey compared to other pubs but based on location it makes sense. As a soccer fan, I can get my pint and matchday fix while pregaming for the next Broadway musical coming to town. Plus, when it is warm the patio area has a gram worthy view of the GE chandelier. I heard Parnell's may be undergoing some new improvements or additions of some kind so I will definitely check it out again and report back soon, but remember: Parnell's is where to go for pre/post playhouse drinks, emphasis on drinks. read more

Great place to stop in for a quick drink in the Theater district if you have some time to kill or after work for happy hour when they offer $1 off. I don't think they get people hanging out long as there aren't many tables and the only snacks available were dried meat sticks and bags of UtZ chips. They offer a full bar and the service is quick and friendly. There was seating inside and out and charging stations available. There are a couple of TVs if you're sitting in the right location to view. read more

Parnell's Irish Pub - Back of bar - Irish Pub Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Whoever is bartending the Thursday Day shift could NOT be more unfriendly. Heard so many good things and no desire to be back.

Nice selection of drinks and servers are really friendly here (been that way pretty much everywhere I have been in Cleveland). Warning: doesn't serve food, but has a nice whiskey selection too. I think they have pretzels and chips, things like that, but nothing more. Prices are decent. read more

Parnell's is a cute pub tucked away on Euclid Avenue. It's small, but intimate. We had a private event and reserved the snug, which is a small area for maybe 15 people. They have a good variety of drinks, but no food. read more

I love this place. A real genuine Irish Pub. We were staying nearby and stopped in for a drink, that turned into several. The owner was behind the bar last night and could not have been a nicer person to chat with. I wish we were staying longer so we could go back. Well, next trip then. read more

Want to make St. Patty's day an everyday option, without the intense partying etc.? Any Irish beer or whiskey you can think of, within reason, is here. Location in the theatre district, this local pub has the Irish flair and casual ambiance that is great for stopping in before or after a play, or even just to stop in because you were in the area like me. They accommodate both indoor and outdoor seating as well. We only had drinks while we were here, but the staff was very friendly and attentive. read more

Parnell's Irish Pub - A Columbus IPA in disguise - Irish Pub Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Been here a few times and each time is just ok. The interior is kind of dark but there is some comfortable seating towards the windows which is nice to sit and people watch. I've also had drinks out on their patio and is excellent for people watching on a nice day as well. I'm not sure if they have food here but if they do - I've never tried it. I tend to only come here when I am going to the theater cause the pub is just a couple doors down from it so that's very convenient. This weekend I had the Parnells Spritzer which honestly tasted like a sparkling water - it was so watered down and bland. I struggled to finish it and it was the one and only drink I had. The time before that, I had a moscow mule and I remember it was really strong and almost made me sick (I also didn't have anything to eat with it which probably also contributed to my sickness). That time we left before I even finished the drink. Overall, I can't find anything really special about the place. Everything is just ok including the service and drinks. Again, I only go here cause it's conveniently located to the theater, otherwise it would be a place I'll go out of my way to frequent. read more

Note to parnells: if you are going to charge full menu price for an ipa, dont take a modetately high abv, columbus bodhi, and serve it in a sniffer without saying so in menu. Columbus bodhi in most bars, including at columbus brew pub IN colubus, serves it in a pint glass. You are taking advantage of unsuspecting customers. I wont be returning here and will be sure to advise everyone I know of the deceptive beer practices used here. Shame shame Parnells. read more

Nice casual pub to enjoy a good drink before or after a show in theater district. Clean, good service, nice decor, good people watching from patio. It's a go to spot. read more

Parnell's Irish Pub - people sitting at the bar - Irish Pub Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Nice atmosphere. Well lit for a pub with enough room to enjoy your after work drinks.

Parnell's is a decent pub. Good beer selection and comfortable place. This was part of a self-directed Pub Crawl in Gateway District. I veered off course because Parnell's had such great reviews on Yelp. I might return here if I was really close by but it wasn't amazing. It was good. People were friendly, beer was fine, place was clean, etc., but there was no wow factor and it just didn't seem as if anyone was having any fun here. Probably just an off night. Maybe there weren't any shows in town that night? Anyway, don't avoid Parnell's based on my review but lower your expectations and eat before you go there. I don't think they serve food. read more

Horrible service, staff was rude and offensive. Today will be the last day I ever go to Parnell's. I went to college next door to this bar and used to go all the time. The owner has really let this place go by hiring people that insult and belittle patrons. Never felt so unwelcome in my life. read more

Definitely as good as it gets. Declan knows his Irish pubs and this is the best in CLE. Great for after work drink, before show drink, just-broke-up-with-my-girlfriend drink. The staff is great. Erin is one of my favorites, great smile and knows what all of her regulars drink. Crowd is pretty eclectic too. Everything from theatre goers, Cleveland State students, people from out of town (met a journalist here from Paris in to cover he Amanda Berry / Gina DeJesus story when that broke), to people who live a stone's throw from here. It's a great neighborhood made even better by this little bar. read more

I really wanted to love this place as much as other reviewers did but I can't say I get what the hype is all about. Before a show the other night, my bf and I stopped in for a few beers. It was packed, people were not very nice but a table opened up and we grabbed it. So I thought, "hey, let's give it a chance." Our server was nice as was the bartender but people kept bumping into me and that was super annoying. They let you bring in outside food, as they do not serve food, from surrounding places. That's pretty cool. Because of the close proximity to Playhouse Square and the cheap prices, I'd say this place is overall pretty decent. Just try to get there in time to get a table! read more

This tiny little bar is located right next to the theater and we almost missed it while trying to locate it. The bartender Joe was extremely nice and friendly and he really tries to make his customers feel at home. There is no food, but he immediately said he would welcome us bringing in any take out in we wanted. Overall, it's a great place to stop for a quick drink. read more

Fabulous and family run public house! Had a great time and terrific conversation with family and the gentleman owner tending bar, Joe (for short). You've gotta get your nice pint here!!! read more

Parnell's Irish Pub - a bar filled with liquor - Irish Pub Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Staff seemed pretty friendly and place is very sleek looking in a historical theater district. They have an outdoor patio and good bar area with tv's to check out the game. I definitely liked the atmosphere. They didn't have any munchies which put me off a little but all iin all a good place to check out in Gateway. It does have the feel of an Irish pub, mission accomplished. read more

This was such a fun bar to stumble upon and now it is one of our absolute favorites! Although they do not serve food there, they do have chips, popcorn, pretzels, and jerky from the West Side Market available to munch down on. The beer selection is excellent with of course a handful of Irish favorites - including Guinness. The atmosphere was such a blast and the bartenders were an absolute joy to talk to! read more

Nice place, good people and overall great time in a wonderful downtown pub keep up the good work read more

Another Greyhound person, stopping in while waiting for a connection. This is a great place to stop in: good selection of beers & whiskeys, friendly bartender, nice atmosphere. read more

Came from Buffalo NY just to get away the bartender was great and super friendly. Fairly priced and great chill atmosphere

This place is great--these folks know how to make a good Irish pub. There's no fake, gimmicky, B.S. here. In fact, I would say this is the best Irish Pub in Cleveland, but Parnell's main spot in University Heights wins that award as far as I'm concerned. I would actually give this place a 5-star review, but it gets way too crowded after a show. Thankfully, the employees are great and do as good as possible with a massive crowd in a tiny space. They all strive to give the best service possible, regardless of the situation. And even though it can get hard to navigate after the theaters let out a big crowd, this is still my go-to post-show spot. read more

You cannot find better people than the staff and owner at Parnell's. A must stop before or after a show on Public Square. Its also a great spot to drop in with a friend and catch up over a drink. read more