33 Best Cocktail Bars in Cleveland

“Great Food. Definitely travel back down and eat. Great staff. Most of all amazing drinks .🥰“

“For even a non-vegan, the food is incredible. So many great tasting options. I like sitting at the bar and watching the craftsmanship of the staff. By far, the most creative cocktails in Cleveland in my opinion. Fantastic!“

“Fantastic Soba noodles (cold dish)! Great staff (Thank you, Shannon),very nice atmosphere. A wonderful night out with the Mrs. was made extra special. Can’t wait to go back.“

“Bad Medicine is an amazing gem. The food is top notch, the cocktails are amazing and the vibe is so chill. Staff is always amazing and takes great care of us! Definitely recommend stopping for a cocktail.“

“The most unique cocktail experience in Cleveland“

“Sabrina had her first visit today. She was welcomed. The staff was great in monitoring the dogs at the park. The food and drink was great too! Can’t wait to celebrate Sabrina’s birthday in August and will definitely be back! It’s worth the drive from Toledo, Ohio. Jan Harmon“

“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.“

“Cayden, wow what a delightful server! Food, drinks, vibe, all an 11/10 experience. Crispy chicken Cesar salad and the soft pretzel were just what I dreamed of! Bonus points for the place absolutely dripping with wonderfully tacky Christmas decor and lovely, friendly patrons!“

“Well made drinks & cold beer- nothing fancy going on here, has a pool table a couple of dart boards, Ohio lottery machines a few TVs. A well-stocked bar of hard liquor & pitchers of beer on sale certain days. This is a drinking/ playing/ forget about the world type bar. There's a Subway and pizza place in same plaza if you want food tho“

“Sunset Kitchen is a great spot! Great location, cool vibe, and the food is on point. The lamb chops and shrimp/chicken kebabs are a must-try — excellent! The chef’s sauces take everything to the next level. Definitely worth a visit!“

“Great place to catch a break! Nice drink selection and great staff! It’s a nice little bar to go to, enjoy ☺️“

“2nd time here within 24hrs. The food is delicious. My favorite Mexican restaurant hands down. Food is cooked with love. Thanks everyone!!!“

“So many enjoyable aspects! I really wanted to love the broccoli melt, and perhaps my comments are limited to my experience ... the hoagie roll was several steps beyond a nice chew. It was hard. And the roasted broccoli was just barely roasted. Will try again. With those two adjustments, I am sure it is outstanding.“

“Many fun games& the good was delicious“

“Here for the vibes! It's giving speak easy and I love it. Came here while bar crawling around Ohio City and it was a nice cap to the night, but I definitely wasn't in dress code haha. The wait staff was very polite and our drinks were beautifully crafted. You can tell the ingredients are good quality. It's definitely pricey and I have yet to try the food, but I would come here again.“

“We saw this restaurant recommended on Instagram. It did NIT disappoint!! The staff was super friendly, food was awesome but that margarita that looks like ice cream (but is not) is out of this world!!! We will be back!!!“

“Food was all perfect - love the blue cheese dressing on the romaine wedge salad and Branzino and other guests were very happy with their meals - lamb shanks, salmon, and seafood tortellini. Waitress Mandy was excellent. Really appreciated that we could reserve a table for a regular time rather than specific New Year's Eve seatings and it was no problem to be out of there before their 1 3/4 -2 hour time limit for the special night, even with dessert and apps. Multi-racial clientele and good jazz over the sound system.“

“Great food great cocktails and great service! Love Chef Chris’s specials !“

“Nice laid back atmosphere, enjoyed showing my son, what "old school" entertainment was like. 😀“

“Great food, impeccable service and “chill” vibe! Casual fine dining at its best!“

“We found this gem today on our venture to Cleveland and we are very very happy we did! The food was absolutely fabulous! We shared the grilled octopus appetizer! So good it makes you do the eye roll and happy dance! My husband had the crab melt 🤤and I had the beef Lumpia!! We were so happy with our food and service! Fantastic and we will definitely be making the trip back!!“

“A dive bar with incredible food and a chill atmosphere. We will definitely be back!“

“Friendly atmosphere and a lot of drink choices.“

“Absolutely loved my experience at Society Lounge! From the moment I walked in, the ambiance was vibrant yet relaxing—perfect for a night out. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making sure everything was just right. The drinks were expertly crafted, and the food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Music and atmosphere created the perfect vibe without being overwhelming. Whether you're catching up with friends or just unwinding, this place truly delivers. Highly recommend—definitely a 5-star experience!“

“The Fairmount is a perfect mix of all you could want! Amazing, delicious food, beautiful atmosphere on the large, enclosed green terrace and professional , friendly staff. I have never had a negative experience and I’m there often!“

“This was our 2nd visit and it did not disappoint. Jillian J greeted us with energy and information. She was on point from when we sat down until when we left. My wife had shrimp tacos, and I had birria quesadillas. Both were excellent including the grilled quac starter! See you next time we visit Cleveland!
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“TLP has quickly become a staple in our date night routine! Every visit is consistently amazing. The food is bursting with flavor and offers a unique twist on classic favorites—we’re always impressed. The atmosphere is just as incredible; every staff member we’ve met is genuinely friendly and seems to truly enjoy what they do. Special shoutout to Peter, the manager— he always goes above and beyond to make us feel like family and ensures everything runs smoothly. If you’re thinking about going—do it! You will NOT be disappointed!“

“Picked up some Lakeshore Lager from Meijer, good stuff ! Will definitely get more .“

“My drink was called the Romero it was so enchanting... everything from the bartender to the cool decor it's definitely an experience 😍“

“Had the best time last week. Some friends of mine and I reserved a table and even though the front door had a huge line we were brought right to our table without waiting more than a minute. Our servers name was Kelli and she did an amazing job, kept us company always made sure we had drinks, really made our time there enjoyable. To top it off the manager came and introduced herself to everyone (her name was Bella) even with how busy it was just by doing that she made us feel like appreciated customers! Will definitely be returning and recommending to all my friends!“

“Great meatballs! Friendly people!“

“Lovely staff and delicious food!“