Close Quarters Pub

This place is special indeed. Usually it is either really crowded or closed for a special private event or just simply closed. We finally managed to stop by on our way and were able to grab a couple of bar stools. The decor is super funny and kind of cheesy but the place is super clean although it looks ultimately divey. The staff was very friendly and so were the patrons. We ordered some wings and fries and tbh those Cajun fries were out of this world.

First time at Close Quarters. What a hidden gem ! Really friendly and inviting place. Avon Lakes " Cheers ". Great atmosphere, alot of nostalgia and great conversations. Brought a friend from out of town and he loved it. Only regret is that it's only opened 3 days a week. After talking to the owner, I understand his reasoning ( spending time with grandkids ). Kudos to him.

Great place and it really is close quarters. I don't know if it's still open as I no longer live near AL, but if it is, you should go!

Fun place for some merry making. I could tell the people in here come here A LOT and they welcomed us and cleared some room in the corner. Great vibes, clean restrooms. Something different. Will be back.

I lived in Avon Lake for over 4 years and went to CQ many times. Harry, the owner and his son are great bartenders and Tommy Murphy, another bartender was my next door neighbor's brother.First "discovered" CQ on Christmas Eve, a number of years ago. That is customer appreciation day and the place is always elbow to elbow. It truly is "close quarters" since the bar is only about 8 feet wide and 20 feet long. On Christmas Eve the first beer is free and they hand you a mini bottle of Irish Creme.Guinness and Smithwick's on tap.Limited menu but everything is freshly prepared - you can watch Harry make your fries from scratch (get the spicy fries - they are excellent). The wings are totally awesome - get them "dirty" and their pulled pork sandwich is not bad either.The olives on the bar are incredible!!You cannot go in there without expecting to meet someone you don't know and having a great conversation. We were there one night and a woman walked in with cookies her mother had baked - shared them with the bar.Another thing - Harry will take your picture and post it on the bulletin board. My wife and I have a couple of pictures from our visits since Harry wants you to take them.Voted "Best Dive Bar" in cleveland magazine in 2005.Do yourself a favor and stop by some time when you are in Cleveland. Not open on Sunday and don't be surprised to see the place closed on the spur of the moment if Harry decides to take off for a week..

Walked in. The 3 people, including the bartender, acted like my wife and I weren't there. No one spoke. He wouldn't tell me what was on tap, just pointed behind me on an indecipherable chart behind me, half covered by knick knacks. Had to ask for a menu. Still....no one spoke. We left after a beer. Everyone in Avon lake I've spoken to about this says they were treated the same way. Must be a private club. The "best wings" I keep reading about will continue to be a myth.

The name says it all bar, kitchen and storage area, can't be more than 500 square feet. Yet they produce some of the best wings! I love this lil hole in the wall. I use to live like 5 houses down from it on the lake side. It was always fun to roller skate and if I was lucky I could get a tow back home from a passing car or bike. Great people! Great drinks good times! I miss life on the Great Lake Erie

If you are looking for a cute little dive bar in Lorain County give this place a try. Close Quarters can get really busy so you will need to catch it on an off time in order to get a seat. In addition, the owner, a cute little old man, often closes for a few days or weeks at a time. Call ahead...he always has a message about the status of the restaurant and if it is open or not. I love the atmosphere at this place. It seems like every square inch of the walls and ceiling are covered with "stuff." The bartenders are super friendly and treat their customers like family. Close Quarters has a decent menu for the size of the place and serves awesome bar food. I have tried their burgers and fries. The French fries were fresh cut and wonderful! The burger was juicy and fresh and cooked to my satisfaction! If you are out in Lorain County and looking for a place to hang out...give Close Quarters a try!!!

Love this small, unique bar, check it out! Service is great and atmosphere is like no other bar! Tiny but cool!

Very fun atmosphere! tiny neighborhood bar! Wings were pretty good too. Get here early to get a seat.