superior live music venue!!! the best around. amazing food and drinks with extremely reasonable prices. Service is always top tier as well. Highly recommend .
Bernard Bokenyi
Utterly the worst experience I have had in a bar since I was 21.
Mikeymikes Newaccount-Dawes
unbelievable spot..great music..great food and great staff..a 5 star experience all around..best bar in Cleveland and suburban area
Randell Manley Randell Manley
This is a great bar and place to eat. Great service and reasonable pricing. One of the best bars in the Cleveland area for live music!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Chuck Prochaska
Great place! Great service,great food, great live bands!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
tami head
The Local Bar in Strongsville had the best New Year’s party!!! Great band great food and the best staff in town. Definitely recommend anyone who hasn’t been there yet to check it out. If you have been there then you know it’s always a fun time ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger with Tots
TC Safavi
It's a dive bar and exactly what you'd expect: really bad planning/organization for the new years party, kind bartenders and well meaning staff doing the best they can to offset lots of poor choices by management. Cheap prices and cheap bar package so no serious complaints; you get what you pay for. Food was pretty okay and served something like 3 hours later than promised despite being pre ordered; they're very much so NOT a restaurant and not physically capable of feeding everyone an entree. Typical dive bar cheap liquor and lite beer only in plastic cups. The shuttle was hilariously badly planned (not the very nice driver's fault, he was booked incorrectly for far too short of a time with far too small of a vehicle and told totally different things than was advertised to party guests. But he was doing his best anyway. )
The owner Kevin is very responsive to texts and emails and tried his best to fix things, but honestly he just bit off more than he could chew with this party. I've worked in this industry 20+ years in NYC and Chicago everything from 3 Michelin stars to extreme high volume nightclubs, and there's just no way a plastic cup dive bar is ever going to be able to pull off a party of this scale smoothly. It always goes like this in the cheap joints and all the angry people need to relax. We stopped over in Cleveland driving home from Chicago to NYC after Christmas specifically because it was so dirt cheap to do new year's here: this is like 1990s prices, sixty bucks for five hours open bar and a disposable plastic plate of pasta they call dinner! I'm totally satisfied because I KNEW I was going to a dive bar in the boonies, but I think my partner was pretty pissed off because he didn't realize what we were getting into. Same for a lot of other guests we talked to. But 5 hours open bar (plus a plastic plate of pasta) was the price of 2.5 well drinks in NYC, so really all yall need to chill and enjoy the shitshow for what it is. You're at a dive bar in a flyover state and everyone is trying their best, calm your tits.
Suggestion for next year, if management reads reviews: cater in a buffet from a real restaurant. They claimed they were going to serve individually plated pre ordered entrees between 7-8 and our area was served after 11pm AND we weren't the last people. They got my entree wrong but I didn't bother correcting the poor smashed kitchen who had no chance in hell. I could see into the kitchen from where we were seated and they were in like 20 miles over their heads. Next year seriously just do a buffet with pasta and chicken, keep it open for 4 hours, and don't pretend you're physically capable of pretending to be a restaurant that makes steak and shrimp with your general expense ratio. You don't charge people enough money to hire and retain a large enough number of qualified kitchen staff. Admit to what you are upfront--a fireball, coors light, and potato chips kind of joint--and then everyone will be happy that their expectations were met. I would have happily paid sixty bucks for merely three hours open bar and some bar peanuts and just gotten dinner elsewhere first.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Karen Moore
Was there NYE . They seemed to have oversold in my opinion. We were last section to be served, about 10:30 dinner. It was cold. Our salad was just about greens and not the toppings that the tables on the otherside of the bar had. Yes, this was an open bar, but it took over 45 minutes to get our 1st drinks. I completely understand lack of help, but that should of been taken into consideration when the bookings were being done. I wish I knew how they thought this was going to roll. Someone by us ordered pizza because they were hungry. $150 pp if your wondering the cost. Included open bar and dinner. There were some party favors, but you could tell they ran out of some things for the lack on our table. I get it, it was their first time doing this. They have been around a long time, and their bar food is good at other times. They are not new to the serving of food. No prom King and Queen, at least that I saw, was crowned. No appetizers or snacks. Yes, I am a Karen, but I don't believe I am being nit picky on this. So many people left because they were hungry .
Pete Koma
Kelly took our order by memory. When I asked if she would remember our order she said, “let’s roll the dice.” We got the wrong wings, wrong flavors, and wrong beer. This place was just the WRONG choice
I can’t say enough great things about The Local Bar! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm, inviting, and full of energy. The decor strikes the perfect balance between trendy and cozy, making it an ideal spot for a night out with friends or a casual date.
The drink menu is impressive, with craft cocktails that are not only delicious but also beautifully presented. Bartenders Sammy and Diamond are absolute stars—they’re friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about their craft. Whether they’re whipping up a signature drink or something off-menu, their skills are unmatched, and they make you feel like the most important person at the bar.
What really sets this place apart is the vibe. There’s always a great mix of people, the music is just the right volume, and the staff genuinely care about making sure you have a good time. Bonus points for the small bites—they’re perfect for pairing with drinks.
If you’re in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by The Local Bar. It’s a gem that I’ll definitely be coming back to again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wings, Hot Dog, Onion Rings, Waffle Fries
Jirawan Schiciano
The service was terrible. I don't think they deserve even one star. I had to wait for a waitress for hours and no one cared. I didn't even get a chance to order a drink or food. Very bad.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Frank Beningo
That's a really nice place has real good food
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam G
Great live music venue,it was my first time there.....I'll definitely be back to try the food,it all looked good.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
thomas reese
Food is good when you finally get it service at the bar sucks
superior live music venue!!! the best around. amazing food and drinks with extremely reasonable prices. Service is always top tier as well. Highly recommend .
Utterly the worst experience I have had in a bar since I was 21.
unbelievable spot..great music..great food and great staff..a 5 star experience all around..best bar in Cleveland and suburban area
This is a great bar and place to eat. Great service and reasonable pricing. One of the best bars in the Cleveland area for live music!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great place! Great service,great food, great live bands!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Local Bar in Strongsville had the best New Year’s party!!! Great band great food and the best staff in town. Definitely recommend anyone who hasn’t been there yet to check it out. If you have been there then you know it’s always a fun time ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger with Tots
It's a dive bar and exactly what you'd expect: really bad planning/organization for the new years party, kind bartenders and well meaning staff doing the best they can to offset lots of poor choices by management. Cheap prices and cheap bar package so no serious complaints; you get what you pay for. Food was pretty okay and served something like 3 hours later than promised despite being pre ordered; they're very much so NOT a restaurant and not physically capable of feeding everyone an entree. Typical dive bar cheap liquor and lite beer only in plastic cups. The shuttle was hilariously badly planned (not the very nice driver's fault, he was booked incorrectly for far too short of a time with far too small of a vehicle and told totally different things than was advertised to party guests. But he was doing his best anyway. )
The owner Kevin is very responsive to texts and emails and tried his best to fix things, but honestly he just bit off more than he could chew with this party. I've worked in this industry 20+ years in NYC and Chicago everything from 3 Michelin stars to extreme high volume nightclubs, and there's just no way a plastic cup dive bar is ever going to be able to pull off a party of this scale smoothly. It always goes like this in the cheap joints and all the angry people need to relax. We stopped over in Cleveland driving home from Chicago to NYC after Christmas specifically because it was so dirt cheap to do new year's here: this is like 1990s prices, sixty bucks for five hours open bar and a disposable plastic plate of pasta they call dinner! I'm totally satisfied because I KNEW I was going to a dive bar in the boonies, but I think my partner was pretty pissed off because he didn't realize what we were getting into. Same for a lot of other guests we talked to. But 5 hours open bar (plus a plastic plate of pasta) was the price of 2.5 well drinks in NYC, so really all yall need to chill and enjoy the shitshow for what it is. You're at a dive bar in a flyover state and everyone is trying their best, calm your tits.
Suggestion for next year, if management reads reviews: cater in a buffet from a real restaurant. They claimed they were going to serve individually plated pre ordered entrees between 7-8 and our area was served after 11pm AND we weren't the last people. They got my entree wrong but I didn't bother correcting the poor smashed kitchen who had no chance in hell. I could see into the kitchen from where we were seated and they were in like 20 miles over their heads. Next year seriously just do a buffet with pasta and chicken, keep it open for 4 hours, and don't pretend you're physically capable of pretending to be a restaurant that makes steak and shrimp with your general expense ratio. You don't charge people enough money to hire and retain a large enough number of qualified kitchen staff. Admit to what you are upfront--a fireball, coors light, and potato chips kind of joint--and then everyone will be happy that their expectations were met. I would have happily paid sixty bucks for merely three hours open bar and some bar peanuts and just gotten dinner elsewhere first.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Was there NYE . They seemed to have oversold in my opinion. We were last section to be served, about 10:30 dinner. It was cold. Our salad was just about greens and not the toppings that the tables on the otherside of the bar had. Yes, this was an open bar, but it took over 45 minutes to get our 1st drinks. I completely understand lack of help, but that should of been taken into consideration when the bookings were being done. I wish I knew how they thought this was going to roll. Someone by us ordered pizza because they were hungry. $150 pp if your wondering the cost. Included open bar and dinner. There were some party favors, but you could tell they ran out of some things for the lack on our table. I get it, it was their first time doing this. They have been around a long time, and their bar food is good at other times. They are not new to the serving of food. No prom King and Queen, at least that I saw, was crowned. No appetizers or snacks. Yes, I am a Karen, but I don't believe I am being nit picky on this. So many people left because they were hungry .
Kelly took our order by memory. When I asked if she would remember our order she said, “let’s roll the dice.” We got the wrong wings, wrong flavors, and wrong beer. This place was just the WRONG choice
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Love it, always a fun time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I can’t say enough great things about The Local Bar! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm, inviting, and full of energy. The decor strikes the perfect balance between trendy and cozy, making it an ideal spot for a night out with friends or a casual date.
The drink menu is impressive, with craft cocktails that are not only delicious but also beautifully presented. Bartenders Sammy and Diamond are absolute stars—they’re friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about their craft. Whether they’re whipping up a signature drink or something off-menu, their skills are unmatched, and they make you feel like the most important person at the bar.
What really sets this place apart is the vibe. There’s always a great mix of people, the music is just the right volume, and the staff genuinely care about making sure you have a good time. Bonus points for the small bites—they’re perfect for pairing with drinks.
If you’re in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by The Local Bar. It’s a gem that I’ll definitely be coming back to again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wings, Hot Dog, Onion Rings, Waffle Fries
The service was terrible. I don't think they deserve even one star. I had to wait for a waitress for hours and no one cared. I didn't even get a chance to order a drink or food. Very bad.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
That's a really nice place has real good food
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great live music venue,it was my first time there.....I'll definitely be back to try the food,it all looked good.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Food is good when you finally get it service at the bar sucks
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