23 Best Cocktail Bars in Cleveland

“Cloak and Dagger's atmosphere and aesthetic is among the best in the Cleveland area. I took my fiancé out to celebrate her scholarship and we were treated as usual with the utmost attention and professionalism. The servers were attentive, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic and the menu was blooming and interesting. Our cocktails and food were the perfect portion and complimented each other quite effectively. We can't wait to return again this summer.“

“Had a large team dinner (13) and it was great! Service was amazing, very friendly and excellent. They worked with a religious dietary restriction in our party to ensure they knew what the restrictions were and clearly explained which options were good for that diner and when the shared apps were brought advised again which one did not meet the requirement. Cocktails were beautifully presented and very tasty. The food was also beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. Also, all 13 main dinner plates were delivered within moments of each other. Our server was very attentive and checked frequently to ensure all were satisfied. The rack of lamb I had was cooked perfectly and absolutely tender and delicious. Others had the steak and trout and salmon and everyone said theirs was great. We all got desserts and those were killer too. Great flavor combinations prepared beautifully. Top notch all around!“

“If you are in Cleveland you must come to Society Lounge. Not only are the cocktails incredible, but the staff is even better. From the atmosphere to the interaction with bartenders you won’t be disappointed. Can’t speak highly enough about this place, and if you know a thing or two about a cocktail….you’d best stop here“

“One of my favorite places for a bite in Tremont! The LIT burger is the absolute best. I also suggest the Power Salad and the Blood Fountain cocktail is what dreams are made of! Don’t pass on the tavern fries. You really can’t go wrong with anything!“

“I got my food to go after I’d had a cocktail. The swinging benches across the street are a perfect place to sit and eat your divine tastes of FAT CAT’s … I had the salmon burger and Brussels sprouts and a Purple haze cocktail at the bar. The sandwich was literally perfect! The avocado was the perfect touch! Always a treat! Tastes and Travels gives FAT CATS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Went for a birthday dinner and I am happy she chose this place. This place was so good. A 5-star experience that I did not expect. Because of the location you would think it was just an average restaurant but this place is offering a fine dining experience. I loved my cocktail it was perfectly made. I ordered the crab cakes for an appetizer they weren't bad but they weren't great either. My entree was as seafood pasta. It was a little pricy but for the portion size and quality it was definitely worth it.i I will definitely go there again.“

“See Gina (Woodmere location) if you want great service. My husband and I (from MD) and my brother and his wife (OH) came here to celebrate my birthday. We had an awesome time! Gina was very informative about the restaurant and the menu choices. She was fantastic! Thank you Gina! We’ll be back!“

“Amazing atmosphere! This is my second time coming down to this unique little gem. a out of this world cocktails and convo, Noah the bartender is the coolest! I watched the game and enjoyed some new drinks I’ve never had before, was a great vibe and the alcohol selection is top tier.“

“We went around 1:30pm on March7th. Food was very good. Had wine and cocktails. Service was outstanding. Female server and she was probably the best server I have ever had. I would only recommend that there were more appetizers. Bread was outstanding as well as the croissants. Vegetarian dishes were very good as well as the Broccoli melt. We were able to find parking on the street.“

“I hate alcohol. I usually avoid it if I can. And when I can stomach a drink, I usually don't like it--I just tolerate it. But I liked drinking the cocktails at Porco. Highly recommend the Pink Flamingo for my fellow alcohol-haters. Also, my husband's came with this little guy in it. 5 stars.“

“We loved our brunch at Avo today! I came with a group of friends and kids before a Playhouse Square's A Christmas Carol, and our waiter was amazing! I think his name is Matthew and he got all 9 of our orders totally correct, even with some crazy changes the kids made. The drinks were amazing, portions were large and we will be back!! He even made sure to get our food and checks out quickly so we could make the show in time.“

“This is one of the most hospitable Hispanic restaurants in the Gordon Square Arts district! I would suggest going over the menu upon arrival...the music, energy and crowd can be a little overwhelming upon first visit. The servers cannot wait to meet you at the front door.The "Prickly Pear" is the most Deliciously Beautiful Drink they offer for a nice, relaxing"Turnt" before you eat.I've tasted everything on the menu...my favorite with the most"Bang for your Buck" is the "Chicken Chorizo Chimichanga'!“

“They place does not serve any food nor snacks, but you are welcome to bring food in. Has a lot of beverage options if you're a drinker. Very nice atmosphere. You can bring the kids before 9pm or have a date night after 9pm. If you love games, great place to have fun with everyone.Vegetarian options: No foodDietary restrictions: No FoodParking: Very difficult to find parking. Do not park your car in Dave's supermarket your car will be towed.Kid-friendliness: Kid Friendly“

“Absolutely amazing place. We drop our dog off here 1-2 days a week for daycare and she loves it (always trying to pull to go to taps and tails when we walk by). She also comes back very tired. They take care of the dogs here and always have people watching out for them. All the dogs here have also been friendly and I haven't had any bad experiences.“

“The best neighborhood bar!!! Staff went above and beyond for me for my birthday!Go a handful of times and Tom the bartender will remember you- he is the best!!Food and drinks always fast and great! Can’t recommend the staff of Moes enough“

“It was a brisk evening in the city, and we were desperate to warm our souls. A few hours to spare before our concert, this was the nourishment we longed for. The music thumped and sparkled, while the room felt warm like home. Simple is king! Small food and drink menu with no complaints. I weap for the missing star: In these lean times, it would be tough to frequent.“

“Food & drinks are excellent! We came after the eclipse/during the Guardians home opener, so it was quite busy, but we never felt like we had to wait long to get our drinks/food. The outdoor patio is beautiful and spacious, and even has a TV. Although we don't live in Ohio, I'd definitely come back here if I find myself in Cleveland again someday.“

“We hosted a Young Professional networking event here, which was new for me because typically I only find myself arriving late on a weekend. I'm so happy we did because Stella made sure we had a stellar time (she put the Stella in Stellar? Sorry, nerd status) and the food provided was super fresh and the staff was so attentive. We had a pretty large group all come in at once and they got us through quickly with our first round of drinks! The ambiance is intimate enough where you can step aside to a table for a nice convo or large enough to create a dancing space where we you're at... which was exactly what some of us did because the music was just too tempting. From a more organized event to a late night par-tay mentality, the subtle and eclectic vibes of Lost put you in the right head space. Highly recommend!“

“What a location!! Right on the water, we were sat in the enclosed patio area and got to watch the seagulls feast with us.We started with the beer and shot and I had a sweater weather, I had them change out the vodka for tequila. It was tasty! We got the crispy broccoli and cauliflower and boy was that a treat! The veggies were super crispy and the drizzles on there are full of flavor in such a memorable way… yum!For brunch I had the fried green tomato sandwich with pork belly. Holy cow! This was a mind blowing meal.My brother got the burger. He spoke very highly of his plate as well. This is a new favorite in downtown Cleveland. In a couple months I have tickets for a concert at Nautica (Jacob’s pavilion whatever we call it these days) and this restaurant looks right out on the river at the value. I’m gonna pregame here for sure! Thank you guys for a wonderful experience!Vegetarian options: Many options were on the menu for brunch at least.Parking: More parking than usual for an establishment in the Flats“

“Incredible atmosphere - from an unassuming outside, walk into a speakeasy style bar with dim lights and live music. Bartenders and servers highly knowledgeable and can make recommendations - the menu is very long! Delicious drinks but pricey!“

“My boyfriend and I stopped in here randomly while he was getting his car worked at on Midas down the road. The bartender was very friendly (I didn't get her name) and the drinks were super cheap. We got four tall drafts for $16. I would definitely come here again if I'm in the area.“

“There are 2 parts to this establishment. It was Sunday. One side there was a DJ. They were selling food in the back and someone was taking pics, And the patrons were dressed up. Men in suits and ladies in dresses, and the other side of the bar was dress down and there was a juke box.“