"Solid service. Excellent variety in taps and cans. Football game on TVs. Good food. Friendly staff and patrons."
"Stopped by here after the Pirates game. We really enjoyed the outdoor patio and our service was prompt and quick. The drinks were solid and it was nice to get in and out of here quickly based on our plans."
"I've been here several times and had consistently great experiences! The first time I was here was for the monthly In Bed by Ten Dance Party on a Friday on the top floor and then came back for a funk band event on the bottom floor.The vibe here is relaxed and low-key, with a creative energy, that I very much enjoy! Recommend checking it out"
Melissa P.
Dec 7, 2022
Had a chance to check out their downstairs stage setup this weekend! It sounded great, and Hockey Temper put on a great show. We love to see a local pop punk band!Drinks were good, and strong. My friend tried some of the ciders and IPAs (and a mead??) and all were tasty. Who knew viking drinks were so good? My g+t was strong, and the bartenders definitely hooked me up when I asked for extra lime.Another great experience at The Smiling Moose, I'm sure I'll be back!
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Rebecca M.
Feb 25, 2020
Super hipster vibe, pretty good vegetarian food! We stopped in on a Sunday evening, and I was surprised at how busy it is. We were lucky to snag two seats at the bar. The space is very limited so I would find it hard to picture a band, or live music here. The beer was a little overpriced, but I felt as though the menu selection was priced very fairly. We ended up getting the bahn mi (tofu) and it was surprisingly good. The french fries that came with it were also cooked perfectly - I would really look to come back here if I were in the neighborhood. Great for vegetarians!
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Julie Anna E.
Aug 9, 2024
It's not my vibe for going out but I've had a couple of fun times out here without it being overly packed or overwhelming. I also recently had a casual dinner and apps here with friends and their nachos & wings were amazing!!Super large sports bar, popular after sporting events in the North Shore. Miss the bull, but understand it was a liability. Love all the different rooms they have for karaoke and such. One time had a room to ourselves (me and my 4 friends, plus 5-6 other strangers) it was such a good time
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Lillian T.
Dec 16, 2023
Pizza was massive! It's just fell a little flat - was good but not great. I'll have to try their other crust next time. Not sure what kind of pizza it was that they used to sell by the slice late at night in the back of the venue -- it was soooo good.
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Darren B.
Aug 20, 2024
The first time I visited this place, a stand-in bassist for a Scandi metal band stuck gum on my forehead in the middle of the set. He came back a riff later and slurped it back off; a process more involved than you'd think and much longer than I'd hoped. It was disgusting but worth the story, and from that moment I knew this place was going to be legendary.Westside Bowl has somehow eked out a place as a miniature Mecca of metal in the Midwest -- seemingly every new or up-and-coming band my group has wanted to see in the last year has had a show here in the wilds outside of Cleveland. Unassuming from the outside, this venue has two levels and possibly two stages, though I've still only seen performances at the one in the basement. Inside it's decorated in a mix of late 20th century Americana, band merch and typical bar fare, the hallmark of the lower level being their impressive collection of tees from all the groups who've graced their stage. They draw a great crowd and have one of the best happy hours I've seen this decade: 4-8pm every weekday with $1 off cans (making the usual $2 PBRs & Gennys just $1), $2 draft 'Gansetts, $1 hotdogs, and $2 pizza by the slice (among other specials).The pizzas sell as fast as they can come out and taste as good as handmade (they very well may be). The meat-eaters in my party commended the hotdogs and chicken wings, and I had no problem finding plenty to eat as someone who doesn't eat anything that walks for flies. Everything was delicious, though I wish more came in an order given the prices the appetizers are sold for. There are even vegan and gluten-free options for those who need them.Our most recent visit ended with us upstairs as the final songs of the last act (who we only left because we'd just seen them recently) vibrated up to us through the floorboards. We'd all had a bit too much and were giggling and making jokes and not worrying about the bill being too high or rushing to beat the crowd out of the parking lot. That's a feeling you can't get at many places anymore. Somehow we also got roped into playing bingo -- I won a mug, but Plan B was another tempting option. I love the implied paradox of someone being irresponsible enough to go home and hit it raw after a rousing, rowdy round of BINGO (of all things), yet having the foresight to choose the morning after pill as their night's prize. Wild.If I lived closer I'd be here all the time, but I guess I'll have to settle for retreading the 2.5 hour trek from my home in Columbus from time to time. It's well worth the trip and I would argue the same is true for you if you live in a similar vicinity. Oh yeah, you can probably bowl here too, though I've yet to witness it actually happening. The posted pricing ($10 for unlimited) is pretty good though!
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Deb S.
Jan 5, 2024
I'm not sure how I've missed posting a Yelp review for this place yet. We've been here a half dozen times Easily and they've not been open all that long. By far the best burger we have found in town by a long shot. Always cooked perfectly, bacon nice and crisp. Do the upgrade from chips to fries-they are DELICIOUS. Finally a restaurant that knows how to use salt without abusing it. Everything we've gotten has been great....we just always also have to get the burger The fried pickle chips, quesadillas, salads, nachos-everything has been great. Respectable beer list and great service to boot. Friendly owner that sincerely cares that customers have a good experience.
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"This place is amazing! The pizza is phenomenal, the staff are so friendly, and the vibe is perfect. Bowling, arcade, pinball, live bands, old school Nintendo, great bar, you really can't lose. I love this place. Can't wait to come back, highly recommend."
"Just had the best pulled pork wrap of my life. Bartender Jen made our experience so much better by being so personable and friendly. 10/10 would recommend."