The Best Pubs in Cleveland

Rowley Inn

★★★★★ 4.5 (511) • $$

"The chicken schnitzel was excellent and a huge portion! The garlic mashed potatoes had so much garlic they were inedible and I let my husband try them and he also couldn't eat them. My 3 stars is for the wait staff, I didn't find them to be very friendly to me as a tourist but they were friendly to people that were obvious regulars. I asked if they served coke or Pepsi and the waiter said cola and looked at me like I asked the most dumb question ever. Coke and pepsi has different products so I feel that was a valid question. Maybe I just visited on a bad day but I probably wouldn't come back whenever I'm in the Cleveland area again.Update: Thank you to the owner for replying and explaining the cola situation! I would definitely give the place a second chance now that I know, maybe I would try a different side dish! Thank you so much for replying!"

The Brew Kettle Strongsville & Topgolf Swing Suites

★★★★☆ 3.7 (506) • $$

"Not coming back here. My wife and I have been coming here for years, but the convenience fee is ridiculous. 3% convenience fee is totally ridiculous. When I go to target or Walmart, they don't charge me a convenience fee. Why does a restaurant have to charge me a convenience fee for using credit card? The last time I will be coming here."

Prosperity Social Club

★★★★☆ 4.1 (300) • $$

"After a long day at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and some shopping, my family ended up back at our AirBnB in desperate need of dinner but we really didn't want to leave the house. Enter take out from Prosperity Social Club. The place was packed when I went in to grab my food, on a Monday night no less. Adorable, old world vibes inside. I can see why our AirBnB host recommended this place for a relaxed meal. We were looking for more traditional Cleveland fare, and we definitely found it here. The chicken paprikash and noodles with cabbage and kielbasa really hit the spot, and the patty melt was a hit as well. We did regret not getting any cabbage rolls; they looked delicious. If I'm ever back in Tremont, I will absolutely be back and will dine in."

Dina's Pizza & Pub

★★★★☆ 3.6 (290) • $$

"Dina's is the epitome of neighborhood hang out spot. It draws old and young, every ethnicity as well as some people a little dressed up and some dressed to be a little bit more comfortable. Everyone gets along. They're just there for the awesome food. They've got a good selection of classic bar food however, their wings are something to write home about. Thick sauced, ultra-meaty wings that cooked to crisp on the outside, perfect on the inside. They rival Quaker Steak! The bar can loud, but not enough to ruin a meal."

Barr's Public House

★★★★☆ 3.9 (207) • $$

"Barr's Public House was very warm and inviting. The service was excellent, we sat in the bar area and about half way through our meal a new server came an introduced themselves. Drinks were excellent as well. The food was good but had some areas of needed improvement. I had the ahi-tuna tacos. The tuna was amazing, cooked perfectly and flavored well. The greens and sauce were fresh as well. The only negative was the whole wheat pita took over the dish and over powered everything. My husband had the black and blue steak sandwich. The new york strip was served whole including the fat strip on the one side. Small changes would make a big difference! Would visit again."

Z Pub & Diner

★★★★☆ 4.1 (155) • $$

"Great food , fast service, clean place , large menu ,highly recommended & great Sunday Bloody Mary bar !!!"

U Pick 6 Public House

★★★★☆ 4.1 (154) • $$

"Consistent favorite of the whole family. Great food with lots of options including wood fired pizza. Servers and managers went out of their way to take care of us. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming. The main dining room has the look of an Irish pub, with an open kitchen so you can watch the pizza chef in actionThere are outdoor tables and a beer garden in back that is great for families with young kids. Highly recommended!!"

Gillespie's Map Room

★★★★☆ 3.6 (186) • $

"Best Bar in downtown Cleveland. People that work and patronize this place are so friendly. Really enjoyed the location and ambiance. Great laid back feel. Food was well priced and fun. Pizzas are the big thing here but I grabbed a hotdog on the way to the game. Didn't disappoint! Will be make a point to always come here!"

The Treehouse

★★★★☆ 3.6 (176) • $$

"If you're looking for a great catch up spot with amazing food, drinks and decor, look no further! There is a wide variety of seating available, and it is on a seat yourself basis. We chose one of the tall tables at the front of the restaurant although you had the options of bar seating and table seating in the back. It is classic bar food, and we ended up getting a couple sandwiches, burgers and tator tots, all of which were incredibly delicious. The service was great and our server was very helpful in giving advice on what drinks we would like, and each of us were very happy with the end results! Price point is also excellent and it was not too loud where you couldn't hear the person next to you talk"

Ridgewood Kitchen & Spirits

★★★★☆ 4.4 (114) • $$

"Stopped here while I was in Ohio and it was so good! I got the crispy chicken sandwich with the chick fella sauce. The only concern I would have, which wasn't a problem for me, was that the chicken sandwich tasted like it was friend in the same oil as the fish sandwich is. The servers were so friendly and helpful in choosing what to get. There was no wait and food didn't take long to come out either! The restaurant is bigger inside than I expected when looking from the outside. The lights were so cute!"

U Pick 6 Tap House

★★★★☆ 3.6 (154) • $$

"*Vegetarian Foodie Review*Fun Vibes, Decent FoodStopped by this downtown Erie spot for dinner with my cousins. The ambiance was cool, and the service was super fast. Roadside parking was easy, even on a weekend.I was excited to find a vegetarian burger option, but unfortunately, it didn't quite live up to my expectations. The California Burger had a black bean patty that tasted frozen, not homemade. It lacked flavor and didn't look appealing.However, I appreciated having a veggie option beyond pizza. My 4-year-old's cheese pizza was just okay.The burger came with side options, and I loved the cracked pepper kettle chips!Overall, this place has a great atmosphere, but the food was just average. Maybe they'll revamp their veggie options in the future?"

Brewsters

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (167) • $$

"I've heard of Brewsters and I'm glad I tried the restaurant. The sports area has a long bar with TVs. The dining room was a surprise. The room had lots of wood trim. White cloths were on the tables with nice dining chairs. There are also booths. The room was very nice. My girl friends and I went for Happy Hour, which is 3-6 p.m. every day. The drink prices are a dollar less than regular price. The food is the flatbread of the day. Today the flatbread was Rueben. It was good with a wood fired taste. We also tried the Hungarian Hottie: stuffed hot peppers with Italian sausage and cheeses. Wasn't hot, and was very good. There was plenty to share or eat as an entree. Definitely try Brewsters for a group or a romantic lunch or dinner. There is a private dining room."

Aaron & Moses

★★★★☆ 3.9 (121) • $$

"Fantastic spot!! Family went for lunch mid afternoon on a beautiful fall Sunday. No wait and only a handful of people. Shocking because this place is a gem!We sat on the patio, mostly shaded. My husband was happy to spy a tv to watch footballWe shared the loaded tater tots and we all were pleasantly surprised to see they are handmade huge tater tots! We loved themBurgers, and spicy chicken sandwich. Crinkle fries and sweet potato fries. Add this great place with a view of the golf course and pond to your list! Especially during patio weatherService was sweet and helpful. we will look forward to going again!"

Merry Arts Pub & Grille

★★★★☆ 3.7 (133) • $

"Great place for a drink and some food. My wife and I stopped for a quick lunch and drink. It was towards the end of their lunch time, but had no problems submitting our order. My wife had one of their lemonade specials and I had a Guinness. I can't speak for the lemonade (my wife said it was good), but I have to say, they know how to pour a proper Guinness! Our lunch came out quickly and was delicious! We will definitely be back again!"

The Blue Wolf Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.5 (147) • $$

"The Blue Wolf has an amazing selection of appetizers and entrees. Beef, Pork, even seafood! I had some grilled and sautéed scallops decorated with creamy mashed potatoes. Our service was attentive and polite! They had a full out last evening but managed to service the entire restaurant without issue. Favorite part of dining was getting to sit next to a statue of the Blue Wolf... a truely majestic beast!"

Mulligan's Restaurant & Pub

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (223) • $$

"Never disappointed. Amazing food wonderful atmosphere. When he says Mulligan's I get a twinkle in my eyes"

Beal's Pickles 'n' Pints

★★★★☆ 4.2 (91) • $$

"Great food and weekend specials. Highly recommend. Excellent service. Good parking. A hidden gem."

Local Thyme

★★★★☆ 3.5 (131) • $$

"Seriously the best fish and chips I have ever had. This is a great local restaurant everything looked good."

West End Tavern

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (133) • $

"This review is only for the Sunday brunch. I have not experienced West End Tavern otherwise. I've gone a couple of times now and sat at the bar. I think Sunday brunch is from 10a-2p and I would recommend getting there early as it does fill up and get busy. There is a friendly older guy that helps out the bar staff and my server has always been this dark haired girl who calls everyone honey/hunny. She does a pretty good job and I have no complaints about the service. Also, funny to note that I am listed as "Gal" on my receipts. I like to go and chill, they have wifi so I just read some reddit nonsense and enjoy my meal/drink. I prefer the bloody mary over the mimosa. For food I've tried the stuffed french toast $10.95 and the combo $11.95 which has one french toast and one eggs benedict. Both tasty and filling. I like how the home fries are legit sliced home fries cooked on a grill and not this new fad of deep frying chunks of potato. There are other items on the menu, but when you really enjoy something it's hard to switch to something new. Some notes: After Sunday brunch they switch straight to dinner service, no lunch items can be ordered. Also, you cannot order take-out during Sunday brunch. I would come back here again and would recommend. Nothing fancy, just a laid back place with good affordable food and friendly service."

Menches Bros Restaurant & Pub

★★★★☆ 3.5 (118) • $$

"Love, love, lovvvvveeee this place so much! Food is always delicious. Service is top notch! The food is decently priced. The staff are very friendly. The restaurant feels cozy and warm. I like coming here on mondays specifically because they offer military discount for all military members. Also on Wednesdays because I believe they do half off on burgers.. I don't know if it's still the same tho.. but this is my go to spot every time I want to dine in. Please check them out, you won't regret it."

The Blarney Irish Pub

★★★★☆ 3.6 (105) • $$

"Really enjoyed this place before a show at the Huntington Center. Great waitress with recommendations that actually were good. Had a Reuben and fish and chips and some fried pickles. Inside decor wasn't overly Irish but enough to call it an Irish pub. Will definitely visit when going to a Mid Hens game or at the next HC event."

Plymouth Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.5 (109) • $

"Erie's answer to a Cheers type of establishment. Good food, drinks, and atmosphere. Tuesday night is trivia night with Tammy & John. Great fun, but be sure to reserve a table in advance. Often it's capacity competition! Delicious soups. Tuesday was Chili and Chicken Broccoli Casserole soup. The strange sounding soup was amazing and I'm not a fan of broccoli soups. However I will order this whenever it's on the menu. Never can pass up a fried pretzel for a great snack!Hope they make it a daily offering. Haven't met a poor server but Brian is usually the star of B bar and Libby is always on top of what you need. ."

Bag's Sports Pub

★★★★☆ 3.6 (102) • $$

"Would you eat a Reuben on a pretzel bun or does it have to be rye?If you find yourself in Amish country on a Sunday when nothing is open, head to Millersburg and eat at Bag's Sports Pub.Bag's Sports Pub has a Reuben that is to die for. Smoked Angus corned beef, Thousand Island dressing, Swiss cheese and grilled sauerkraut on a grilled pretzel bun. You can also choose rye, white, or multigrain bread.This sandwich has changed my mind about Reubens. The smoked corned beef smelled so good and tasted out-of-this-world delicious. We also ordered the ribs & wing combo which wasn't any good and I can't recommend it. The bbq sauce was watery, tasted cheap and lacked flavor. The ribs were tender but were not flavorful at all. The boneless wings were terrible. They were dry, flavorless and freezer burned. Yuck! The onion rings were also terrible. The chips tasted oId and stale and the dip was literally a horseradish dip that didn't go well with the chips. I am not one to leave food on my plate and if I do I take it home. This food unfortunately wasn't worth eating or taking home. The food took way longer than it should have and they were out of too many things which limited our ability to order things.Overall I would highly recommend the Reuben sandwich but be prepared to wait a long time to get it.@ohiofoodlover"

Hooley House Brooklyn

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (128) • $$

"We literally stumbled across Hooley House, because we stayed in a hotel that was literally right next door.Tip: Weather permitting, there's a really nice outdoor seating area with a fireplace hereThe 1st time we came here, we ended up spending the evening drinking delisous cocktails, dining on tasty food, and genereally chillin' to the laid back and welcoming atmosphere.You'll find that they have a fair number of TVs inside, so you can watch pretty much any sports game while enjoying your food and drinks.  The staff here is really attentive, friendly, and polite - highly recommended!"

The Tavern Company

★★★★☆ 3.6 (94) • $$

"My wife and I stopped here for dinner, we are relatively new to the area. We were expecting much, but we were really impressed with the food.We got the Korean fried cauliflower & Buffalo wings and they were both really good! We have been back a few times since and tried other items and have been just as pleased each time!"

RollHouse Entertainment - Solon

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (101) • $$

"A good spot to gather with friends or have a bowling date. We only had drinks during this visit, so I can't really speak to the food choices. However, the service on the lane was good and fast. In addition to the bowling they do have an arcade space and karaoke. Check out the daily specials for discounts."

The Casual Pint - Toledo

★★★★☆ 4 (61) • $$

"So far I've only come here on Thursday trivia nights, but it's a good time every week. Beer selections change every time so I get to pick what I wanna drink for the night. It's perfect for someone like myself who likes to change things up depending on my mood.Staff are very efficient and friendly. I'm JUST starting to get to know them but I get the sense most of them have been either working there a long time, or are part of the family. Either way, they're good people.Reasonable beer prices. Good peeps. Nice ambiance. What more could you ask for?Oh, they don't have the greatest food, but just good enough quality bar food to get you going for the night. I've been to plenty of bars with superb food, but they rarely seem to satisfy in all aspects. So I'm good with average grubs as long as everything else pans out for a good night out!"

Noisy Oyster Pub

★★★★☆ 3.9 (63) • $

"We stopped by to meet friends for drinks. We ended up having lunch and it was delicious! They had a special on Mussels and they were great, especially for the price. The broth had a nice flavor. I had the perch dinner. It had a nice thin crispy coating that was not greasy, hand cut fries and homemade coleslaw. The quality of the food is definitely a step up over normal bar food.I was here years ago and when it was just a neighborhood bar. It still has that same neighborhood feel but the menu is much nicer."

Plank Road Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.7 (66) • $

"Great little bar with good service and food. We enjoyed our wings and fries. We'll definitely come back to try more food and drinks. This first visit was a short one as we were bar hopping down detroit road."

Tim's Pizzeria & Pub

★★★★☆ 4 (56) • $

"I've been here a few times and always enjoyed but never ordered the stuffed pepper pizza. It's probably the best specialty pizza in the area I've ever had. Wings were fantastic as well."

Pat Dees Pub & Eatery

★★★★☆ 4.1 (53) • $

"What a great little find. Mimosas at 8am me please. Hash browns were divine!!! Friendly and efficient staff definitely will be back to try the burgers."

Chesterland Tavern

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (85) • $$

"I wish we would have taken photos of the food. First time here and we will be repeat customers. The experience was bar none and even the owner checked in on us multiple times! Great prices, great food, great happy hour specials and great atmosphere! We can't wait to go back!"

Mojo's Pub -N- Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (57) • $$

"Pulled pork sandwich was mostly bun. The smallest portion I have seen in along time and for the increased prices not worth it.The burger and fries were well cooked well but again for the high prices. I just think this area has better options."

Kepner's Tavern

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (75) • $$

"Kepners is my absolute favorite bar in Hudson. The interior is very cool, pictures posters completely covering every inch of the ceiling and walls. The dim, warm lights give off a cozy vibe and perfect atmosphere to catch up with your sisters over beers and good food. We sat outdoors this time and got to watch a beautiful sunset under the shade of umbrellas. Our server, even while pregnant, did everything she could to make our time enjoyable and I watched her converse with all her regulars (who very clearly like her!). She moved the heavy umbrellas to position the shade more conveniently on her customers, and all those extra attention to details are why she must have so many regulars who love her! Wish I could remember her name because she deserves a big shout out for her kindness and hard work."

Niki'z Pub

★★★★★ 4.6 (32) • $

"Great little bar restaurant. Good food and drinks. Fish on Friday is good. Very casual neighborhood spot."