Prohibition at the Caverns

Some of the best food I've ever had, and the atmosphere is totally amazing and unique. Its a whole experience. Highly recommend coming here. It is pricey, but you get what you pay for and its worth every penny.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food was just ok. The first course my potato was burnt and my filet was raw when I asked for MR but never did a server come by to ask how the food was. The only course that was decent was desert. For four courses the portions were crazy small. It’s also interesting that they added a tip to the two to go bottles of wine.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

We had my husband’s birthday dinner here this year and it was great! We live about two hours away so it has taken us some time to make it to the restaurant but we are happy we did! We went for the 8 course dinner on Saturdays. The service was unmatched! Before our reservation I reached out over a few of the dishes having mint in them, as my husband cannot/will not eat it. They were amazingly accommodating. I will say the general service was great as well; the servers explained everything to us and made it an easygoing, relaxed atmosphere. We really appreciated that, we’d never been before and sometimes places this nice can make you feel out of place or stuffy, but not the case here. Not to mention that you are dining underground! It’s definitely an experience! We had a really nice time.
The food was very good! The first course was my favorite and it was the cheese crackers and jam! I could’ve had a plate of their homemade crackers and been satisfied! Each plate was brought out in a nice amount of time; we were told about the dish and its contents. There was always a nice amount of food as well, you weren’t going to leave hungry! They also provided takeout boxes if you wanted them, which I’ve never seen before but it was such a great idea! The desserts were all great. I have a sweet tooth, so I always look forward to desserts the most. They didn’t disappoint! At the end of the dinner they gave everyone a small going away treat- a tiny carrot cake cupcake. My husband was also given a small gift as well for his birthday. It’s truly special how much effort and personalization was put into the whole process; from omitting certain ingredients, to personalized menus that said happy birthday, to the gift.
This was a great place to go to celebrate a special occasion. We both had a good time, and will be back to see them again I’m sure.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Great place for a different experience. Worth the time and expense. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This was such a cool experience! The food and wine were delicious and creative! We were impressed they make their own wine in house as well. We’ve enjoyed many chef’s dinners over the years, and tried 3-4 new things we had never had before at this dinner. The service was fantastic and the owners came by later in the meal to greet us and check in. We will definitely come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Highly recommend! We celebrated our 21st wedding anniversary here and it did not disappoint. Everything from the food & drinks to the staff and atmosphere is top notch!

We chose the Friday night four-course menu. The food, service, and atmosphere were all unique and excellent. Also, the owners stopped by at each table to chat with guests. Each of us had 3 choices for first through 4th course--we didn't have to eat the same thing. There were 2 choices for dessert. I'm a gourmet foodie, and each course was delicious and different from standard fare. The lobster roll appetizer was to die for. For our third course, I had the Quadratti (which had crab and pasta), and Dave had Filet Mignon. Of the desserts, the Mille Fuille was my favorite--phyllo dough, lemon and strawberry curd with spided cream, pistachios and a dsih of port or bourbon. The caverns provided a unique but cozy atmosphere. The two men in our party chose the wine pairings and we women sampled theirs. We all felt the wine pairings were well-chosen. A 20% gratuity was added to the bill, though we probably would have tipped that amount anyway. From the Columbus area, it was worth the trip to Mansfield. (Dave and I dressed in costume--not sure we were historically correct, but it was fun!)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Prohibition at the Caverns, and overall, it was a wonderful experience. The ambiance was absolutely stunning—elegant, atmospheric, and thoughtfully curated to complement the unique setting.

Two standout dishes truly elevated the evening: the miso sea bass, which was perfectly cooked and rich in flavor, and the sheep blend sausage, which was both inventive and delicious. These dishes showcased the kitchen’s creativity and skill.

However, there were a few aspects that detracted from the experience:

--As we were arriving and attempting to take our seats, two individuals—presumably the owners—approached our table to engage in conversation. While their intentions may have been warm, they never formally introduced themselves, which made the interaction feel a bit awkward. A moment to settle in before being approached would have been appreciated.

--While I’m accustomed to European-style multi-course meals, the portion sizes for this 8-course dinner were surprisingly large. This sentiment was echoed by others at our table and nearby patrons. For a tasting menu, smaller, more refined portions would not only enhance the dining experience but also align better with the pacing and elegance of the setting. Adjusting portion sizes—and perhaps pricing accordingly—could improve both the guest experience and the restaurant’s appeal, especially considering the 7 PM seating was not full.

--One final note: we were offered the opportunity to purchase bottles of the wines we enjoyed during dinner, which was a nice touch. However, I was surprised to see a 20% gratuity added to the take-home wine bottles. While I fully support a compulsory tip for the dinner service, applying the same to retail wine purchases feels questionable and left a sour note at the end of the evening.

While I genuinely enjoyed my time and appreciated the culinary highlights, I would likely not return due to the overwhelming portion sizes and the questionable tipping practice on take-home wine. With a few thoughtful adjustments, this could be a truly exceptional dining destination.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Very good slot machines

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We did the Saturday 8 course with wine pairing.

We were met at the elevator to go down by a staff member who gave us a brief history of the cavern and how it was found.

Right after we were seated the owner stopped by to greet and welcome us for our dinner. He was extremely friendly and happy to talk about the renovation process and his wine stock.

We had an incredible evening consisting of amazing dishes, wonderfully paired wines, and servers who took great pride in their job!

We look forward to going back again!

Immaculate restaurant with an incredible staff!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Was my second time there everything was amazing, our server was perfect, I did do the four course this time. I do recommend if you’re going to the eight course.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely best fine dining establishment in the area. If you love wine-pairing and a chef's tasting menu in a unique ambiance, this is the place for you. 10 out of 10!!¡

Wonderful treat for an experience meal! The vibe is very speak-easy with an upscale twist.
Enjoy the elevator ride to your destination below main level. Step out and you are in the “cavern” . Take a tour and check out the house made wine cellar. Once seated, our servers, Jamie, Missy & Isaac, were very knowledgeable and consistently catered to our every ask.
We went for the Friday evening 4 course Culinary experience with in house wine pairings. Every detail is attended to including personalized seasonal menus. Choose one selection from each of the thoughtfully designed & prepared courses.

We ordered:
First
Beef Tartare – nicely chilled and tender.
Lobster Roll – chunky and creamy.
Second
Lobster Bisque
Tangelo Salad – citrusy balanced by balsamic dressing
Third
Filet Mignon – rare and juicy
Scallop – tender and nicely crisp on top
Fourth
Lemon Blueberry Buckle
Peanut Butter Chocolate Mousse
Finished with turkish coffee.

The food was delicious and while not “platefuls”, we left Prohibition completely satiated.

The wine pairings were on point but would like to have been able to swap out the wines during that course.

The caverns can be damp and cool so a sweater may be in order. Keep in mind that the stone walls reverberate so can be a little louder when the room is full.
Bathrooms are on the main level.

We will be back again to try another of the delicious seasonal menus!

We were so looking forward to this dinner as we were celebrating Valentine's Day a week early. Sadly the quality of our food did not meet our expectations. our second course was lobster bisque soup that was very salty and difficult to eat, also had no real substance he seemed as though someone added water to obtain more volume. My wife, carrots with feta cheese were difficult to cut with a steak knife although it did have a nice flavor.
The main course of scallops and risotto was equally disappointing. The scallops were undercooked really nothing special about them. The risotto was gooey and hard to understand what the chef was trying to accomplish with the combination of flavors.
The desserts did not seem like they were homemade, they were partially frozen as though someone opened a box and set them on a plate, also, just simply lack flavor.
Also, I found it strange that the wine glasses were not changed after each pairing.
Although the atmosphere was certainly very interesting and intriguing The price point of the dinner as well as the quality of food was very disappointing.

First of all, really cool venue, with a really cool ambiance. 1920s feel. The service was excellent. The food was very good.I would plot this against many places in downtown Cleveland. Between my wife and I, there were no courses that we did not both enjoy. As their website states, it is a little chilly down there. As my wife states, girls skip the skirts. It's also a little noisy and easy to hear conversations at adjacent tables. But look at the pictures, it's a rock cave underground people. Time for the bad news, skip the wine pairing. Although the grapes are not from ohio, which is a good thing, they are young tasting, which is to say acidic, astringent, and inappropriately fruity with little to no body. Sorry. Also, the price is approximately thirty percent higher than I would expect to pay at a similar food quality experience in columbus or cleveland. Maybe you are paying for the venue, and maybe you should take that into consideration? your perogative.
All this said, I would still say that this place is entirely worth going to and entirely worth a two hour trip if you combine it with a visit to the historic prison nearby.