50 Best Sports Bars near Lakewood

“This place is sooo fun 🤩. You can pour your own beer and do something fun like different flights. This is how it works - you go up to the front desk and get a Tapsters card. Then you keep the card in the slot and put your beer. The faster you pour, the less the foam! Theres free popcorn and you can get food from Voodoo sushi next door! At the end you can drop it off in the slot boxes up front with the tip signs. The operation game is definitely missing some bones - please replace them, a lot of people like that game. The only thing we didn’t like is that you have to tip given the fact that you’re basically picking up and putting your dishes away, and doing basically everything yourself. You have to check out on the tablet upfront with the Person right there handing you the tablet. It’s a little awkward if you did not tip. Please get rid of tipping, I’m sure the people working there are salaried! Other than that, the place is fabulous! I would’ve given it 5 stars if it wasn’t for the weird tipping!!“

“The perfect neighborhood bar! Great drink selection, great service, comfortable environment. Most surprising (and unlike several other similar establishments in the area) is that they offer plant-based food options, like the Impossible burger, pretzel bites, veggie spring rolls, fries, and tots that are all delicious!“

“Stopped in for brunch Sunday having never been there. This place was so cool. The bartender (Katie) was the only one working and she juggled multiple customers and demands amazingly! The food was fantastic, like so much better than I expected from a bar names “wine dive.” Portions were huge, prices were more than reasonable and the banana bread desert - wow!

Thanks for a great brunch. We can’t wait to visit again!“

“Friendly staff- extremely lovely people work there. Been attending this pub on and off for many years whenever I'm in town and I am never disappointed. Nice, low-key, laid-back atmosphere (in a GOOD way), digital jukebox (us lazy tipsy people can play songs right from our phones if we so wish- plus, who carries cash anymore?), decent variety of beers on tap and did I say the staff rules? They're great. It's my go-to spot whenever I'm in town.“

“The Bisket and ribs are phenomenal! The Texas sausage is one of the best I've had“

“Ryan is AMAZING! he makes the best drinks and is always here and always working so hard. I'm always so happy when he's our bartender :)He works bar and kitchen which is super impressive. Get his food and drinks. You won't be “

“Great place with good food.“

“Very nice casual place for drinks and food very comfortable! awesome food! Very good service Great owner who’s always looking after everything AsAll homestyle Italian food Love it!“

“Whistle was so friendly and accommodating! They were a great place for our little kids to run around while we waited for our food. They evenbrought us free over cream for the kids while we waited! Their self service beer was super cool and refreshing. The food was delicious!“

“We had a great time, good service and good food! Our kids didn't like the chicken nuggets bc they were sweet but their kids and goofy 😹 the cocktails were great! Fun atmosphere. Also family friendly. I was pleasantly surprised to see a diaper change area that had wipes and diapers. There were also menstrual products. It was such a thoughtful touch!“

“Ate at The Third Place while visiting my mom during Thanksgiving. Had the Sunday special, the Meatball Casserole. It was delicious with lots of cheese and sauce to dip the garlic bread in. Also had a side salad. I recommend spending the extra $2.50 and getting the salad topped with fresh mozzarella. Yum! I wish I remembered the servers name. It began with a J. She did a good job and was friendly.“

“Will is the MAN! So observant of the entire bar. Always ready to get you a refill or there when you need something. One of the most personable bartenders I’ve ever had. If you go to this bar, PRAY that Will is working and your bartender!!!“

“drove 3.5 hr from dayton for the food i can honestly say ill be back food was delicious true boricua food. vibe was nice good music and place was super clean. 👌 👍 gracias see ya soon“

“The food is great. The servers are fantastic. The owner is very welcoming. Very nice establishment however it is a pub so it is very loud. That’s the only thing I don’t like about this place but I’m gonna give it five stars and I have no complaints. I highly recommend people coming to this place. The food is excellent and the service is fantastic and the prices are reasonable. The fish is fantastic on Friday. That’s my fave.“

“Hands down our favorite place while visiting this area . My husband said it was so good he’d drive the 6 hours just to eat here again. I asked for something prepared a little differently due to an illness and the chef came out to chat with us to make sure! The way he prepared it was perfect! Everyone loved the meals and left overs!“

“Got filet meals to go. we both really enjoyed. Bar looked fun af also. Ill be back.“

“good food and Great Service“

“I was invited to a music gig on a Sunday several weeks ago and have stopped several times since. It's a great place and bike riding distance from my home. Each time I've met new friends and owner and bar are authentice and unique! The music presented is such a gift.“

“This jawn fire. Locals spot away from the tourist trap of downtown.“

“Sunday tradition now. The burgers and wings are a must have.“

“Characters Bar & Grill is mine and my husband’s go‑to spot! The food is always great and the service is just as good.

It’s one of those places you can count on every time—good food, friendly staff, and an overall great experience. We’re there regularly and will definitely keep coming back!“

“My son and I went there for dinner he had lamb chops that he said was fire and my Mississippi catfish was amazing. We both had Mac and yams. I definitely will come back . Downtown location. Margaritas were good“

“Good food great service. Friendly Had rough day and felt at home“

“8pm, Sept. 2025 the carryout pizza was burned, pepperoni was dried out“

“Ron the manager was amazing! He was very polite, nice and kind. He took good care of us and keep checking on us and made sure we had everything! He made sure that our food came out correctly and kept refilling our drinks! He was helping out everywhere, running food, behind the bar, seating tables. Great manager and great atmosphere! We will definitely be coming back! Food was amazing! Excellent manager and customer service! Mariah was an excellent bartender as well! She was very nice and very sweet and she made sure we were well taken care of as well!“

“Crystal the bartender was amazing. Great service, food and value. I’ll be back“

“I went twice here for dinner one on a Friday and one time for dinner the next day! while visiting Cleveland from Kent first time I went I got burger and tots second time was salmon dinner and for both times I got the server Jordan she did an amazing job and since I work at a restaurant myself it was neat talking and exchanging experiences of what’s it’s like working in the restaurants and I think when you meet other restaurant workers you can relate to one another. The food was great server did an outstanding job. The second time when the hostess’s was going to seat me I saw Jordan as they were going to seat me and requested her and she was like ya I can take you cause I rather have a server who I know does a good job at there job and who has a good personality and that’s what makes a restaurant and a great server I definitely recommend this restaurant!“

“Great meatballs!!! Dini was wonderful. Fantasioso server!!!! 1st trip here. We will be back.“

“Steve was great. very helpful, knowledgeable, and probably the fastest best bartender I have ever had. I vacationed here for my birthday and went to multiple bars and this one blew every single other one out of the water. keep killing it steve, you are the goat.“

“Awesome food and awesome service“

“Great food, great service“

“Love this place and everyone in it! 🙂“

“Met friends at the Clevelander prior to the Cleveland Guardians game and had a great time! Food was really good and the service was fast an friendly. Definitely recommend!!“

“Chewy is amazing couldn’t ask for a better server literally was so kind and caring“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ drinks, food and vibes“

“Might just be a best kept secret in Parma. Immediately when entering, I was greeted with a hello from the bartender! The drinks were good, the service was good, friendly people to talk to and engage with. It was a good night. Thank you Parma Pit Stop.“

“Back, better than ever!!! New floor, new paint..looks great �“

“Great food and drinks! And everyone is very friendly!“

“Had a super amazing meal here and was very very pleased with it.. ordered the smashburger and I don't know if it's cuz I was hungry or if there's just something that's on there that made it amazing but probably one of the best burgers I've had in a long time and definitely would go back again“

“My waitress was Angela she was friendly and bubbly. The manager Johnathan was friendly he took care of us I was instantly greeted with amazing service from the server Savannah. 10/10 would come to this location every time I wanted Applebees“

“The patio is pet friendly and great food. The staff is always kind.“

“Love this place. Def recommend going here for a quick bite or for the energy. Owners are amazing as well as the entire staff ! 🙂“

“Great People ! Great Friday Night League 😎“

“Great atmosphere! Friendly. Awesome fresh food.“

“Worst service I’ve ever had at a bar“

“volleyball tournament host. no pets allowed“

“We had a celebration of our 80th BD. Sue was the server for our entire group of 28 people and she was amazing. She was friendly, funny and efficient. Can't thank you enough for making it a great experience for all who attended. We will be back.“

“Monty the crane operator and Daniel my server of the night were both amazing, kind, interactive, and attentive to detail. Because of those brief encounters I will definitely be back again! Thank you gentleman for such an wonderful experience from the time I walked in to the last game of the night“

“The food and atmosphere was Great!!“

“August 22nd stopped for lunch with a friend I hadn't seen since covid and was treated very rudely by the bartender who was not at all busy. This is the first time I have ever felt this way in here. Most of the bartenders are very friendly“