What an awesome place! The Vault is in the basement of the Metropolitan at the 9 Hotel above, a building that used to be a bank. The lounge is huge, with unique vibes in different rooms behind the various old vault doors still inside. They've highlighted the history here, with cozy lighting and plenty of little nooks and crannies to enjoy with your party. The main area is the bar. The whole place has a 1920s speakeasy vibe; the night we visited a wedding party was fully leaned into this in period attire making it extra fun. They have an okay beer list, it's more about the cocktails. Our bartender was helpful and friendly, despite a growing number of people getting complicated drinks. If you like a unique place to enjoy a nightcap, this is a must-visit in downtown Cleveland. read more

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Vault is always a good choice for catching up with friends. Currently they have been having little events called girl dinners that you can grab tickets to online, I've attended two so far and it's a really cute laid back night out with the girls. A drink sponsored by a liquor company is usually included for the event along with a buffet style finger foods. They also have different vendors there in all the vaults offering unique experiences like permanent jewelry, hair, tinsel, and feathers, coloring contest, and this time they had a vault set up with just dance. Every time I attend a girl dinner it just keeps getting better. The staff is always amazing and welcoming. read more

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Delicious cocktails with many alcoves for semi private conversation and for me... studying! Haha. Very dark so bring the tablet! The vaultini is SO good with the raspberry flavor from Chambord! read more

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Very cool space in the basement of the Metropolitan at the 9. Speakeasy vibes in an old bank vault space. Amazing vibes and excellently crafted cocktails by skilled mixologists. Friendly, attentive, and creative. read more

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My friend took me to The Vault after catching a Cavs game and found quite a stunning bar. We arrived around 9pm, and it was considerably busy at the bar. We were able to snag a couple of seats as 2 people were leaving. The place obviously lived up to its name. It's a vault, I get it... But what's cool about it was exploring all the extra rooms and booths. Certainly fun to get lost in it. I was also impressed by how festive it was. They were already decked out in Christmas decor, and the bartenders were in ugly Christmas sweaters. The cocktails were notably pricier than neighboring cocktail bars in the $16-$25 range. Their most expensive one was $35. I wanted to get The Safety Deposit, but they didn't have chartreuse at the time. I settled for the Post's Pom, which was nicely refreshing but overly sweet. My friend got the Cleveland Trust. It was tasty but also too sweet, and the charred dried orange killed the taste. My olfactory and taste senses were so confused. Can't say that The Vault was my favorite bar solely based on the quality of the cocktails, but can't beat the vibes. read more

The atmosphere is amazing. We got our cocktails and wandered around the different vaults. We sat at the bar and had a charcuterie board which was over the top. It had everything on. It will definitely go back and try some of the other appetizers. The staff was super friendly and we enjoyed talking with them. read more

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What a perfect place for a big, holiday birthday! The Christmas decor is absolutely gorgeous and add another level of sophistication. We came for cocktail hour prior to my mom's 70th birthday dinner. We were fortunate enough to grab one of the vault sitting rooms. It was beautiful!!! We all had various drinks ranging from the Pom Pout to the old fashioned to the Woodford cocktail to mock tails. Everyone enjoyed their drinks of choice. I personally had the Pom Pout and it was fantastic: champs with Pom juice and lime. Perfectly paired with a hint of sweetness and the tart Pom juice. I absolutely loved it! We will absolutely return the next time we are in town! read more

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Honestly did not really like this experience. The space is very cool and I totally get what they're going for. The vault style rooms are neat to look around in. Unfortunately, the general vibe just made me feel like I wasn't good enough or cool enough to be there. Maybe a personal issue but very much did not feel very welcomed. Drinks were ok and served quickly. However, they were VERY strong, which is appreciated for the price but makes the cocktails almost taste bad. read more

Located inside the Metropolitan at the 9 boutique hotel in downtown Cleveland The Vault is an elegant cocktail bar with delicious cocktails, highly skilled mixologist and a sexy vibe to match. The service is great and the drinks are always delicious!! On a recent visit we enjoyed an espresso martini flight that included a vodka, tequila and henessey option. In addition to some whiskey cocktails. The vault has a variety of private rooms that will elevate your cocktail experience. There are also plenty of photo opportunities amongst the renovated bank vault. The vault is perfect for date night, ladies night out or even a solo cocktail if you are enjoying an overnight stay!! read more

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Upon my second visit, I remain impressed by this place. To celebrate my friend's recent promotion, we decided to check it out, and we were truly blown away by the exceptional experience. The warm and welcoming staff, the delightful drinks, and the overall ambiance all contributed to a truly memorable visit. read more

Nice place to have a strong cocktail. Music is loud enough to enjoy and hold conversations without speaking too much over it. read more

Gerard the bar manager was unbelievable! Extremely nice, knowledgable, and even gave us a tour of the building. Drinks were also 10/10 but Gerard really made the experience memorable for out of towners. read more

Like another Yelper mentioned, the mixed drinks are weak. They're the equivalent of drinking juice - which is weird because they're a cocktail bar, right? Do yourself a favor and order wine/straight liquor if you want something strong/worth the price. Atmosphere wise, this place is 10/10! There's some private rooms if you get there early enough you can have your own space away from everyone. Someone just seriously needs to speak with the bartenders about the mixed drinks. read more

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Beautiful ambience and amazing drinks. Staff was pretty casual but funny. I would recommend for any nice night out

Very cool place for some pictures! Unfortunately their cocktails are not good. We got the Euclid Escrow cocktail and I would not recommend it. Their fries were decent. I would maybe stick to a beer and take some selfies here. read more

A favorite spot in downtown. A cocktail bar with a unique and fun atmosphere tucked under the 9. First, It's beautiful inside! The building used to be an old bank and they held up the vault theme/decor. In addition, the cocktails are delicious and creative. They offer the classics but also have signature cocktails on the menu that change periodically. The staff is friendly and helpful. Inside, there are several rooms that are more private to get away from the noise/crowds. read more

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We came to the Vault for a pre-dinner drink while staying at the 9, and I think this is a must-see place if you're visiting Cleveland. The only reason for my four stars instead of five is that I felt my cocktail was quite overpriced for what it was, but I guess that's to expect in a hotel bar. The atmosphere here is just so freaking cool, you can walk through all the different vault rooms and just imagine the things that took place here throughout history. Our bartender was awesome; since we came right when they opened it wasn't busy at all, so she told us some stories about the history of the Vault (apparently it's where the first million dollars was stored in the USA by the Rockefellers)! We enjoyed our cocktails in the main vault room but spent some time walking around afterward. Despite the pricey drinks, the Vault is such a cool landmark and I definitely think this is a must-visit spot when you're in Cleveland. read more

Super cool bar going in the regular rotation! Justine our bartender took great care of us as the bar slowly filled up. Another bartender was making drinks to display- loved that idea. My martini was perfect! read more

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Went to this place on a night out away from home. I'm from buffalo, and was looking for a cool little place to enjoy a drink after a show. The atmosphere was great!! decor is amazing, tons of seating. that's not why i'm writing this review, though. The bartender was totally rude to us! told us she was about to call last call, understandable, but there were several people sitting down enjoying their drinks still. we ordered 1 drink with the intention of leaving right after. the bartender pretty much rolled her eyes at us. sat down in the room full of other people enjoying their drinks. we were there maybe 10-15 minutes. won't be returning here, or recommending to anyone back at home. read more

The vibe, location, decor, lighting and furniture are next level. Even on a Saturday night, it wasn't over crowded, service wasn't slow, just awesomeness all around. There are so many comfy, cozy nooks to snuggle up in. I was so surprised at how big and labyrinthy the space was. The actual vault door is fun to see and the bar area is nice. The drinks and appetizers were set at standard speakeasy prices. The drinks tasted a bit weak but that's fine with me! The presentation and taste of everything was great! I did try the meatball appetizer and it was fine. They were on the dry side but the sauce was good...Loved everything about this place! read more

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We visited the bar when staying at the 9 for the weekend. What a cool space -- an old bank vault renovated to accommodate a bar! There are multiple rooms a spaces with lush decor, perfect lighting, and plenty of privacy to have a great conversation. The drink options were good, and the bartenders were efficient and friendly. No loud music or dancing when we visited, but a more chill vibe that we definitely enjoyed. read more

Went here for a work party. Ambiance is nice, food is okay. Wanted to try the blueberry revival which is no longer on menu. It was also just okay for $18 read more

I had the pleasure of visiting the cocktail bar located in the 9 hotel, and I must say it was quite an experience. The ambiance of the bar is classic, giving off a high-end vibe that immediately makes you feel special. The private seating section is especially impressive, as it adds an extra level of exclusivity to the experience. The cocktails served at this bar are truly amazing. I couldn't get enough of them! Even though the bartender was not the friendliest, the cocktails more than made up for it. The smoky mezcal - "Ilegal Smoke" drink was particularly memorable, and I highly recommend giving it a try. In terms of the appetizers, they were just as impressive as the cocktails. If I had one critique, it would be that the smoky mezcal drink could have been served in a better cocktail glass with the smoky touch given in front of our eyes, as this would have added an extra level of excitement to the experience. Overall, I had a great time at this cocktail bar and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a high-end bar experience. the cocktails, ambiance, and appetizers made for an unforgettable visit. read more

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Vibes are immaculate. Located under the 9 hotel, first time had to ask how to get here. Came just for an espresso martini hard to leave this place even tho we just came for 1. Bartenders are professionals moving like a bat out of hell. Must-stop if you haven't been here. read more

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I've always wanted to go to the vault and it has a perfect classy mysterious ambience! Went with a group of 5 girls on a Tuesday night; even though it was pretty empty that day, I could see the potential on a weekend night. Definitely recommend going on a weekend and probably make a reservation!!! Personally, I wouldn't go for the food. I don't think it was worth the money and it wasn't anything special but that's not the reason why people come here. The drinks were definitely cute, but after my menu cocktail, I ended up ordering a cosmo instead as my second drink was was yummy. read more

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Excellent drinks. Had a unique Old Fashion. Well made. Mixologist was very knowledgeable and helpful with my selection. The place is really cool. I love all the different rooms. read more

An underground bar built into the historic vaults of an old bank. The bar is divided into a ton of small rooms and hallways with seating. Each one of the "vaults" is its own named room, and I assume they can be rented out by a party (and may not be available for general seating, if rented). Go early if you want the best Vault experience. It's easiest to see all of the gorgeous, historic detailing without loud music and tons of bodies in the way. ACCESSIBILITY: -Tons and tons of seating options. They have couches, bar stools, regular chairs, chairs with arms, egg chairs, and more. -A historic building, a few spaces (especially chair configurations) are a tight squeeze between objects. Most of the furniture isn't nailed down, so you could move items (though they're heavy) if need be. Main walkways are open and easy to walk through, but they might be tighter if lots of people are standing around while busy. -A lot of the rooms here are relatively low light for the "sultry" feel. The main walkways are large and open to reduce risk of tripping, but they aren't well lit. -There's no official dress code, but most of the people here looked "nice" (a few cocktail dresses, but mostly business casual). The vibe is honestly a good excuse to dress up. PROS: -This place is gorgeous. -Really, exploring the history of the place (and getting Instagram photos) is pretty much the main sell of the Vault. It's a really cool atmosphere, and the bar knows it. The vault doors are really nicely lit as perfect backdrops for photos, and they have full length mirrors around as well. -The staff knew a lot about the history of the place (which was awesome), but I can't imagine I'd be able to have as much extended conversation as I did if we had come during busy hours. -You can probably find yourself a cute, romantic, "cuddle" corner if you wanted to. Because the Vault is so winding with so many small rooms, you can take your drinks into a nearby room and enjoy some of the seating while being away from the bulk of the people. At least, that's assuming the place isn't too stacked yet. -Coming early, we had a lot more freedom of where to sit (and we went far away from a loud, moving-around party of people in a different vault), but if seating is low, I could see your experience being very contingent on the people seated around you. Most people here looked like dating couples, but there were a few friend groups around as well. CONS: -The official menu online on the website is not the current menu. I came prepared (and chose this place!) with a few drinks I wanted to find that none of them were actually available. The bar may want to update the online menu more often. -Drinks here are definitely pricey. They seem to be a bit more heavily poured than some of the previous review complaints a couple of years ago, but you're still looking at $15-$20 cocktails served in relatively small glasses. They are their own works of "art" (watching the bartender make one which included 8 different ingredients), but they can definitely feel pricey. read more

The Vault offers an unparalleled experience from beginning to end. Every nook & cranny in this space offered a unique vantage point on this classic location. Located at under The 9 this bar is the perfect upscale date spot or group outing. After walking through the Vault doors, you are transported through a pseudo time machine into Cleveland's historic past. This first stop is always the bar where you can get complex handcrafted themed cocktails. The bartenders have expert level craftsmanship combining complex flavor profiles to make beautiful beverages. It gets better from there. Hats off to the chef because these charters are to die for. We sampled 3 starters (Pork Belly, Pork Wings, and Charcuterie). The two large Pork Wings plates next to other were fall off the bone. The Charcuterie board featured a very well aged Gouda. The final, and by far best thing I've had in a while was the Pork Belly. Paired with a grape jelly, this dish was equivalent to popping pieces of Willy Wonka candy. Just delicious. I highly suggest having a conversation with the host Max. He offers superb insight into the history of the Vault. You'll have to visit to get the full history lesson, but this place is a modern marvel. read more

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Great atmosphere with very cool rooms!!! The drinks were great! I love how the rooms are all in vaults. Love love love the decor!! read more

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The cocktails were well-made and we met such wonderful people from the Cleveland area! I think that the environment is so unique and special that if you're an out of town or as we were, this is definitely a place to visit when you're staying downtown. read more

My favorite bar in Cleveland! I stayed at the Metropolitan at the 9 for 5 nights and I paid this bar a visit for every single one of them. It's located beneath the hotel/apartment complex and it embodies the prohibition style architecture and design with some modern accents. In the Vault you'll find the original flooring and multiple vaults which carried the money from the likes of Rockefeller and Carnegie. Every Vault is now a lounge area where you can drink, relax and immerse yourself in the historical and speakeasy style ambiance. The bartenders here have a huge passion and mastery of the art of cocktails and they won't disappoint if you want a cocktail off-menu and tailored specifically to your palette. The drinks on the menu is also extremely delightful with with some that adds an additonal wow factor to the presentation (ie The Millionaires Row). From Aperol Spritz, Tequila, Whiskey on the Rocks, Perfect Manhattans, Millionaires Row, and a few others, every drink was perfection. There is also a drink that they only have 10 of every night. It's an alcohol infused ice sphere which they crack open. Very tasty as well so don't come too late into the evening. You may miss out on it :) As for the staff, I can't say enough how pleasant they were. I opted to sit at the bar at every visit and their charisma, humor, and overall engagement added an extra highlight to every evening. The host was exceptional as well. I'm not sure if it was common practice but I requested a tour and he provided an in depth tour of the venue. He had a significant amount of historical knowledge which made me further appreciate and admire the Vault. Well done, Cleveland :) read more

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Pretty cool concept ... and love the history behind the vaults! They were actually used by Carnegie himself back in the day. There's so many rooms to sit, the bar is cute and they also take in very large parties (thankfully they were set in like a private room) the music is good and have a cute vibe. We didn't eat here but did have the spicy margarita which was really good and didn't taste like a whole bunch of cheap stuff was used. Which you would hope for the small $14 drink. They state they have 35 drinks but the menu didn't show all of them which was a bummer. read more

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Loved this place! It's located at the 9. You have to take the elevator to the lower level. It's a cute atmosphere and I really enjoyed being here. When we walked in there was a nice man up front who was willing to give a tour of the place and some history. The decor was phenomenal and I enjoyed that they had a lot of cute places where you could take a lot of fun pictures! The bartenders were really nice and knew their drinks and liquor really well and I noticed that they put a lot of effort into every drink they were making. They were also very attentive which was a plus! Usually I'm waiting for a while before anyone notices but these guys were really good. We ordered a small appetizer to share which was extremely delicious! The place was a bit pricey and there isn't any parking available so you would have to either valet or park in a garage. Bathroom was clean! read more

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I would NOT recommend this place. While the drinks and bartender were excellent, the prices on the menu did not reflect the prices on the bill. When we brought this up to staff, we were told "oh sorry, the menus just changed." The prices on the menu were not honored, and everyone in our group paid more than what was listed on the menu. They did not offer to refund the extra, only offered us a "shot" to "make up the difference in price". We were driving and not interested. I've never been to a bar where this has occurred in the shot. will not be back in the future due to this lack of transparency read more

First time the parents have been there and they loved seeing how cool it was. Shockingly for a Friday night at 9/10pm it was dead inside and we were able to sit at the bar and in one of the vault rooms with the cool themes and chairs! Enjoyed our self out read more

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Visiting from Texas! The Vault was recommended to us by our hotel front desk personnel. Nice lounge for a low key evening! read more

Vault - Visiting from Texas! Awesome lounge! The bartender was nice enough to show us the "hidden" room! - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Excellent atmosphere. Excellent service. Excellent drinks. Definitely one of the best bars to visit in Cleveland. I have tried and enjoyed almost every one of their signature cocktails! Be sure to ask about the history of the building when you visit. read more

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Checking out this bar will guarantee you close the vault doors and hope to never leave. This crafted cocktail bar is located in the basement of The 9 building in the old federal reserve building that once held all of the money, gold, bonds, etc. in Cleveland. Listening to the history of this building and the dozens of stories that were shared will really leave you wishing that the walls could talk. I recommend checking out this bar for some great, handmade, crafted cocktails. Take the guided tour and listen to the history behind each original vault will help you understand how important Cleveland, Ohio was at its prime. The bartenders are great! Either select a drink from the cocktail menu or give the bartender a feel of what you're looking for and have them come up with something on the spot. Challenge the bartenders and allow them to be as creative as they want and I'm sure they'll leave you speechless. Grab a drink and a joy a seat in one of the five original vaults and take in the history that's between the walls. If I could change one thing it would be to increase the marketing of The Vault. I feel like a lot of people who live in the city or are familiar with the city don't know that this gem exists. There is no signs on the exterior building and unless someone mentions it I would have never thought there was a bar in the basement. This is a great place to grab a drink before a dinner or a night out! I will definitely be back again now that I know this gem exists exists. read more

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One of my favorite bars that I visited while in Cleveland! Everything about it was unique. My boyfriend and I sat at the bar, and we each ordered the "Pack's Old Fashioned." It was a little sweeter than a traditional Old Fashioned, but still good! The bartenders were all nice and eager to share the history behind the bar. (Very interesting- be sure to ask about it..) Their menu had a glossary in the back that explained each of their signature cocktails. For example, Pack's Old Fashioned: "Charles Lathrop Pack served as the agent and purchaser of the buildings that used to sit at the corner of Euclid and East 9th, before the Cleveland Trust Building was constructed." The bartender chatted with us and offered suggestions for our next cocktail based off of our first pick. So, our next two drinks were Bartender's choice and we were not disappointed. They were both simple and bourbon forward. I love a confident bartender! Overall, great place--Fun atmosphere & knowledgeable bartenders! The drinks were on the pricey end, but that was expected at a place like this. Probably $12-$15 range. It's a must see in Cleveland! read more

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Coolest bar with so many rooms to enjoy. The drinks are fantastic, but there aren't any prices listed. My drinks ranged from $14 to $20. Great presentation and great drinks! This place is tucked away in the basement of Renaissance 6, which is an upscale apartment complex. If you stick around you might see someone famous. read more

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