Bridget's CLE Guidebook
Food & Fun Scene
There are honestly too many amazing local places to eat, drink and be happy within a few minutes away from the house to have a completely comprehensive list! We have lived here over a decade and still have places on our list to try. Below are some of our favorite food and fun spots. If you see something you may fancy and have any questions or want help narrowing it down - please do not hesitate to ask!
A short walk away! They are open everyday 6:30am-1pm and have lots of options to make an amazing bagel sandwich or some great house made 'smear' options. Saturdays can get super busy so I would suggest going early if possible! Even if you have to wait though - it's worth it!
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The Cleveland Bagel Company
4201 Detroit AveA short walk away! They are open everyday 6:30am-1pm and have lots of options to make an amazing bagel sandwich or some great house made 'smear' options. Saturdays can get super busy so I would suggest going early if possible! Even if you have to wait though - it's worth it!
Great traditional Irish Pub. Good selection of food and a patio with Lake Views. It is also only a short walk away!
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The Harp
4408 Detroit AveGreat traditional Irish Pub. Good selection of food and a patio with Lake Views. It is also only a short walk away!
A small, fun local ice cream spot! They have a rotating flavor menu and always have something new and exciting. In the winter they convert to a noodle (Ramen) house and we HIGHLY suggest their noodles - it's a Friday night favorite for our whole family.
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Mason's Creamery
4401 Bridge AveA small, fun local ice cream spot! They have a rotating flavor menu and always have something new and exciting. In the winter they convert to a noodle (Ramen) house and we HIGHLY suggest their noodles - it's a Friday night favorite for our whole family.
If you are anything like myself you may have thought shuffle board was only for retirees in Florida - Forest City Shuffle will help you think again!!! It is at the end of the street and is an awesome bar, arena and they invite local chefs to rotate in with their unique food creations. Saturday nights can get booked up quickly - if you would like to reserve a lane I'd suggest calling ahead!
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Forest City Shuffleboard Arena and Bar
4506 Lorain AveIf you are anything like myself you may have thought shuffle board was only for retirees in Florida - Forest City Shuffle will help you think again!!! It is at the end of the street and is an awesome bar, arena and they invite local chefs to rotate in with their unique food creations. Saturday nights can get booked up quickly - if you would like to reserve a lane I'd suggest calling ahead!
If you appreciate a great pot of tea and/or a quite spot to work or chat with a friend Cleveland Tea Revival is the place for you! It is small, but a calming and centering part of any day.
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Cleveland Tea Revival
1434 W 29th StIf you appreciate a great pot of tea and/or a quite spot to work or chat with a friend Cleveland Tea Revival is the place for you! It is small, but a calming and centering part of any day.
Great little cafe in an historic fire house - need I say more?!
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Rising Star Coffee Roasters
1455 W 29th StGreat little cafe in an historic fire house - need I say more?!
Fun bar with some good food options; located close by in an enclave called Hingetown!
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JUKEBOX
1404 W 29th StFun bar with some good food options; located close by in an enclave called Hingetown!
Saucy Brew Works
2885 Detroit AvePizza and beer in an open and fun atmosphere!
Beer and donuts - something for everyone! One of our favorite things to do is take the close by Lakeshore Bikepath to Edgewater and on our walk back up hit Brewnuts and get a treat for everyone. It's a hike, so wear your walking shoes, but super fun and worth it!
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Brewnuts
6501 Detroit AveBeer and donuts - something for everyone! One of our favorite things to do is take the close by Lakeshore Bikepath to Edgewater and on our walk back up hit Brewnuts and get a treat for everyone. It's a hike, so wear your walking shoes, but super fun and worth it!
Traditional European deli - an eclectic lunch experience! If you prefer vegetarian and/or vegan options I would say maybe try Beet Jar - which is across the way from Larder!
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Larder Delicatessen and Bakery
1455 W 29th StTraditional European deli - an eclectic lunch experience! If you prefer vegetarian and/or vegan options I would say maybe try Beet Jar - which is across the way from Larder!
Our favorite laid back spot for authentic Comida Boricua - Puerto Rican food! If you have not tried it before - I highly suggest making it part of your Cleveland experience!
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Rincon Criollo
6504 Detroit AveOur favorite laid back spot for authentic Comida Boricua - Puerto Rican food! If you have not tried it before - I highly suggest making it part of your Cleveland experience!
A real treat! Spice is the perfect date night or brunch spot! They have an awesome patio, locally sourced menu and amazing cocktails!
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Spice Kitchen + Bar
5800 Detroit AveA real treat! Spice is the perfect date night or brunch spot! They have an awesome patio, locally sourced menu and amazing cocktails!
If you like hot dogs and tater tots with a side a great live music the happy dog is the spot for you! A local favorite you can choose between fruit loops and/or a fried egg on your hot dog or more traditional options if you aren't up for all that! They have a vegetarian option too.
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Happy Dog
5801 Detroit AveIf you like hot dogs and tater tots with a side a great live music the happy dog is the spot for you! A local favorite you can choose between fruit loops and/or a fried egg on your hot dog or more traditional options if you aren't up for all that! They have a vegetarian option too.
A wonderful spot right on the Cuyahoga River. Serving traditional American food and a great bar selection. Amazing views all year round - you can watch the kayaks, boats and wildlife as you enjoy your meal. They have a wonderful patio with games and fire pits as well!
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Merwin's Wharf
1785 Merwin AveA wonderful spot right on the Cuyahoga River. Serving traditional American food and a great bar selection. Amazing views all year round - you can watch the kayaks, boats and wildlife as you enjoy your meal. They have a wonderful patio with games and fire pits as well!
Traditional Pizza spot on the Cuyahoga River - a family favorite for pizza and movie night in our house!
Sainato's at Rivergate
1852 Columbus RdTraditional Pizza spot on the Cuyahoga River - a family favorite for pizza and movie night in our house!
Bakersfield Cleveland
Tacos & margaritas - nice evening spot for food and drink!
More pizza! The nice part of the Cleveland Pizza scene is each spot has such a different twist that you could visit two in a day and feel as if you have had completely different meals. We love visiting Citizen pie in the winter months as their large pizza oven heats up the place and makes it super cozy!
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Citizen Pie
15710 Waterloo RdMore pizza! The nice part of the Cleveland Pizza scene is each spot has such a different twist that you could visit two in a day and feel as if you have had completely different meals. We love visiting Citizen pie in the winter months as their large pizza oven heats up the place and makes it super cozy!
BEER! Ha, that is the giant lighted sign at their brewery. A great spot for food and drink!
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Market Garden Brewery
1947 W 25th StBEER! Ha, that is the giant lighted sign at their brewery. A great spot for food and drink!
An Ohio City 'classic' of sorts. Known around the country for their awesome brews and they have a great menu too!
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Great Lakes Brewing Company
2516 Market AveAn Ohio City 'classic' of sorts. Known around the country for their awesome brews and they have a great menu too!
Flying Fig
2523 Market AveAmazing local food, lovingly curated menu with a great atmosphere.
Great spot to visit! I suggest the flight if it's your first visit - gives you a nice variety to know what you may like to order while there or during your next visit!
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Platform Beer Co.
4125 Lorain AveGreat spot to visit! I suggest the flight if it's your first visit - gives you a nice variety to know what you may like to order while there or during your next visit!
The Plum
4133 Lorain AveGreat local eatery - interesting and wide variety of eats!
Noodle bar probably says it all! Traditional noodles served up in a nice atmosphere.
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Xinji Noodle Bar
4211 Lorain AveNoodle bar probably says it all! Traditional noodles served up in a nice atmosphere.
Again, I think the name says it all. Chicken (mostly fried to perfection!) and of course, Whiskey.
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SOHO Chicken + Whiskey
1889 W 25th StAgain, I think the name says it all. Chicken (mostly fried to perfection!) and of course, Whiskey.
An awesome ice cream shop and factory - great stop for any and all visitors!!!
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Mitchell's Ice Cream (Ohio City Kitchen & Shop)
1867 W 25th StAn awesome ice cream shop and factory - great stop for any and all visitors!!!
I have to admit I never thought I would love scallops for brunch - Astoria changed that for me! Great stop for brunch or any meal for that matter. In walking distance from La Casa!
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Astoria Cafe & Market
5417 Detroit AveI have to admit I never thought I would love scallops for brunch - Astoria changed that for me! Great stop for brunch or any meal for that matter. In walking distance from La Casa!
Tributary
5304 Detroit AvenueAwesome close by cocktail bar! I suggest ordering "The Here and Now"!
Ice cream served in a traditional soda fountain atmosphere. Another super fun stop for anyone/everyone visiting! If you have a large group you can order the Terminal Tower - TEN scoops of ice cream. I suggest the Gordon Square which rests upon a warm brownie.
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Sweet Moses
6800 Detroit AveIce cream served in a traditional soda fountain atmosphere. Another super fun stop for anyone/everyone visiting! If you have a large group you can order the Terminal Tower - TEN scoops of ice cream. I suggest the Gordon Square which rests upon a warm brownie.
An intimate (reservations are taken and suggested!) thai spot in close walking distance to the house. The Pad Thai is awesome as is the Basil Fried Rice and spring rolls. Their desserts are amazing - Mango Sticky Rice and Banana Egg Rolls are awesome. Take out from here is also a great option for a fun at home meal from a close by spot.
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Banana Blossom
2800 Clinton AveAn intimate (reservations are taken and suggested!) thai spot in close walking distance to the house. The Pad Thai is awesome as is the Basil Fried Rice and spring rolls. Their desserts are amazing - Mango Sticky Rice and Banana Egg Rolls are awesome. Take out from here is also a great option for a fun at home meal from a close by spot.
Yes, they have some groceries, but I put it on here under food as they serve up some great sandwiches and smoothies. favorite of mine for a healthy lunch on the go!
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The Grocery OHC - Lorain Ave.
3815 Lorain AveYes, they have some groceries, but I put it on here under food as they serve up some great sandwiches and smoothies. favorite of mine for a healthy lunch on the go!
Just outside of Ohio City - this spot is in a neighborhood folks refer to as Duck Island. It's a great unique and laid back brewery!
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Forest City Brewery
2135 Columbus RdJust outside of Ohio City - this spot is in a neighborhood folks refer to as Duck Island. It's a great unique and laid back brewery!
Fresh pressed juice, smoothies and epic sandwiches! I suggest the heavy metal smoothly! Their green juice or 'flu shot' are great remedies for a healthy boost after a night out!
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BEET JAR juicebar & takeaway
1432 W 29th StFresh pressed juice, smoothies and epic sandwiches! I suggest the heavy metal smoothly! Their green juice or 'flu shot' are great remedies for a healthy boost after a night out!
Healthy and fast do not always correlate! At Boaz they do! It is like a Mediterranean version of chipotle. You can order off the menu or build a bowl - we LOVE it. They also have great smoothies and juice options as well.
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Boaz Cafe
2549 Lorain AveHealthy and fast do not always correlate! At Boaz they do! It is like a Mediterranean version of chipotle. You can order off the menu or build a bowl - we LOVE it. They also have great smoothies and juice options as well.
This could easily go under experiences too as they have lots of great live music! It's in the flats and a great spot to visit - Sunday brunch is epic!!!
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Music Box Supper Club
1148 Main AveThis could easily go under experiences too as they have lots of great live music! It's in the flats and a great spot to visit - Sunday brunch is epic!!!
Great specials - Monday Bunday is my favorite (the steam buns are amazing any day, but Mondays they are only $3 each!), Super Bowl Sunday is also great (all soups discounted)! Their Ramen is delicious, nice drink selection too. It's a laid back setting and when Fount (attached store) is open it's nice to peak in there. They host Drag Brunches periodically that I would highly suggest!
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Ninja City Kitchen and Bar
6706 Detroit AvenueGreat specials - Monday Bunday is my favorite (the steam buns are amazing any day, but Mondays they are only $3 each!), Super Bowl Sunday is also great (all soups discounted)! Their Ramen is delicious, nice drink selection too. It's a laid back setting and when Fount (attached store) is open it's nice to peak in there. They host Drag Brunches periodically that I would highly suggest!
Great spot for take out or eating in. It's mainly Cambodian food; I highly suggest the Chha Kreoung Marass Prowt. It is also BYOB which is a nice option too!
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Phnom Penh Restaurant
1929 W 25th StGreat spot for take out or eating in. It's mainly Cambodian food; I highly suggest the Chha Kreoung Marass Prowt. It is also BYOB which is a nice option too!
Irish menu with a lively atmosphere - great fire pit and stone/metal work all around the patio.
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Stone Mad Pub
1306 W 65th StIrish menu with a lively atmosphere - great fire pit and stone/metal work all around the patio.
More pizza! NYC style pizza in a great space - close to Cleveland Public Theater and the Capitol, great spot to grab a bite before or after a show!
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Il Rione
1303 W 65th StMore pizza! NYC style pizza in a great space - close to Cleveland Public Theater and the Capitol, great spot to grab a bite before or after a show!
Fresh burritos made to your liking! Great lunch spot or carry out for larger groups. Nice small front outdoor space for a relaxed lunch on W.25th st on a sunny day!
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Ohio City Burrito
1844 W 25th StFresh burritos made to your liking! Great lunch spot or carry out for larger groups. Nice small front outdoor space for a relaxed lunch on W.25th st on a sunny day!
One of our favorite spots! With our rather fast paced lives sometimes it is difficult to find quiet down time. Bookhouse is a great space to go to unwind, talk (unlike some other bars where you can't actually hear each other speaking!) and have a house made brew. It is sort of like a bar crossed with a library which for me is awesome, ha! They have some snacks, but their specialty is the beer and atmosphere. When they do not have a guest food showcased (like waffles each Sunday!) you can grab takeout from nearby and bring it in to enjoy with your beverage. They also have a great room - the tin room that you can rent out for gatherings!
Bookhouse Brewing
1526 W 25th StOne of our favorite spots! With our rather fast paced lives sometimes it is difficult to find quiet down time. Bookhouse is a great space to go to unwind, talk (unlike some other bars where you can't actually hear each other speaking!) and have a house made brew. It is sort of like a bar crossed with a library which for me is awesome, ha! They have some snacks, but their specialty is the beer and atmosphere. When they do not have a guest food showcased (like waffles each Sunday!) you can grab takeout from nearby and bring it in to enjoy with your beverage. They also have a great room - the tin room that you can rent out for gatherings!
Hansa Brewery
2717 Lorain AveOld world feel in a great location!
Great place close by to grab lunch on the go or take a moment to enjoy there!
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Herb'n Twine Sandwich Co.
4309 Lorain AveGreat place close by to grab lunch on the go or take a moment to enjoy there!
Le Petit Triangle Café
1881 Fulton RdTraditional French eatery!
Great spot! Nice outdoor space too. Lots of veggie options and the plantains are great!
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Johnny Mango
3120 Bridge AveGreat spot! Nice outdoor space too. Lots of veggie options and the plantains are great!
Flight Cleveland
5712 Detroit AveNew wine bar!
One of my personal favorite spots! The menu has no GMO's (yay!) varied menu for any vegan, keto, paleo etc. diets. They have two areas in the restaurant - one for typical eat in with a great bar as well and the other more like a cafe where you can spend an afternoon working and drinking organic soda!!! Great spot to visit with kids too; I suggest the skillet cookie for kids of ALL ages ;)
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TownHall
1909 W 25th StOne of my personal favorite spots! The menu has no GMO's (yay!) varied menu for any vegan, keto, paleo etc. diets. They have two areas in the restaurant - one for typical eat in with a great bar as well and the other more like a cafe where you can spend an afternoon working and drinking organic soda!!! Great spot to visit with kids too; I suggest the skillet cookie for kids of ALL ages ;)
Catch a Work Out
I know for some who are traveling you may want to focus on the food and fun section more than exercise! I know at least for myself part of keep myself grounded when traveling is at least some work out time - in case that suites your fancy here are a few suggestions!
If you have ever cycled before Harness is awesome! If not, I would also suggest checking it out - they are super accommodating for first timers - just be sure to get there a little early to learn the ropes. They cycle in a 'sanctuary setting' which I was not too sure about at first, but ended up loving it!
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Harness Cycle
2908 Detroit AveIf you have ever cycled before Harness is awesome! If not, I would also suggest checking it out - they are super accommodating for first timers - just be sure to get there a little early to learn the ropes. They cycle in a 'sanctuary setting' which I was not too sure about at first, but ended up loving it!
Planet Fitness
3333 Lorain AveRight down the road and open 24/7!
Art, Culture & Entertainment
Many of these could double in the adventures category! Cleveland is a hub for amazing and rich cultural - all of these institutions make for a wonderful visit!
Local art gallery with rotating events! Next to the Bop Stop - which hosts wonderful concerts!
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Spaces
2900 Detroit AveLocal art gallery with rotating events! Next to the Bop Stop - which hosts wonderful concerts!
Local theater that has amazing live productions! Many events all throughout the year.
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Cleveland Public Theatre
6415 Detroit AveLocal theater that has amazing live productions! Many events all throughout the year.
Capitol Theatre
1390 W 65th StLocal and beautifully restored movie theater!
Amazing collections in an outstandingly beautiful building - well worth crossing the river for (which is a 'thing' in Cleveland if no one has told you yet!)
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Cleveland Kunstmuseum
11150 East BlvdAmazing collections in an outstandingly beautiful building - well worth crossing the river for (which is a 'thing' in Cleveland if no one has told you yet!)
Great place to visit for kids and adults alike! They have fascinating exhibits and great periodic events as well!
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Cleveland Museum of Natural History
1 Wade Oval DrGreat place to visit for kids and adults alike! They have fascinating exhibits and great periodic events as well!
The Great Outdoors!
Cleveland has a vast array of wonderful outdoor spaces! We are located very close to the amazing Lake Erie as well as great forests with winding paths and beautiful rivers. Down in the Cuyahoga Valley there is a hemlock forest which is a true rarity in this bio-region!
Worth a visit in any season! Large beach with space for walking, jogging and a beach house which is open seasonally.
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Edgewater Park Strand
Worth a visit in any season! Large beach with space for walking, jogging and a beach house which is open seasonally.
Awesome kayaking adventures just minutes away! Kayak rentals are available at varies points along the river.
Cuyahoga River
Awesome kayaking adventures just minutes away! Kayak rentals are available at varies points along the river.
Rocky River Reservation
Valley ParkwayThey have a nice nature center for kids!
Cleveland Adventures
Many of these could overlap with other categories too! Each of these places has a lot to offer and can add fun memories to any trip!
A wonderful zoo! They also have fun special events that vary seasonally - the Asian Lantern Festival is a family favorite of ours.
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
3900 Wildlife WayA wonderful zoo! They also have fun special events that vary seasonally - the Asian Lantern Festival is a family favorite of ours.
Awesome aquarium in a great old powerhouse! I always suggest folks see the aquarium before or after a trolley tour and it makes for an awesome afternoon! They also have special events - 'Adult Swim' is when local breweries are featured there for an evening!
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Stor Cleveland Aquarium
2000 Sycamore StAwesome aquarium in a great old powerhouse! I always suggest folks see the aquarium before or after a trolley tour and it makes for an awesome afternoon! They also have special events - 'Adult Swim' is when local breweries are featured there for an evening!
One of the best and most iconic ways to tour Cleveland! If you have kiddos with you the one hour tour is great! Otherwise, I would suggest the longer tours as you see more of the neighborhoods!
Lolly the Trolley
1101 Winslow AvenueOne of the best and most iconic ways to tour Cleveland! If you have kiddos with you the one hour tour is great! Otherwise, I would suggest the longer tours as you see more of the neighborhoods!
A MUST VISIT! The market is a fun adventure any way you slice it! You can visit for a walk around before heading to a local restaurant or one of our family favorite events is walking around and we each pick some ingredients and go home and make a meal together! They have everything ranging from fresh fish and meats to produce, fruits and awesome desserts! You can also grab a meal at the market - something for everyone from polish boys to french crepes, gyros etc. You can sit up in the balcony and people watch while you enjoy your meal!
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West Side Market
1979 W 25th StA MUST VISIT! The market is a fun adventure any way you slice it! You can visit for a walk around before heading to a local restaurant or one of our family favorite events is walking around and we each pick some ingredients and go home and make a meal together! They have everything ranging from fresh fish and meats to produce, fruits and awesome desserts! You can also grab a meal at the market - something for everyone from polish boys to french crepes, gyros etc. You can sit up in the balcony and people watch while you enjoy your meal!
Fun for adults and children alike! A nice and fun time out, makes you feel like a kid again no matter your age!
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Superelectric Pinball Parlor
6500 Detroit AveFun for adults and children alike! A nice and fun time out, makes you feel like a kid again no matter your age!
Every THIRD FRIDAYS there are free art walks from 5 pm - 9pm. A super fun and inspirational time - you can see how this large historic building was converted to art spaces!
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Studios at 78th Street, LLC.
1305 W 78th StEvery THIRD FRIDAYS there are free art walks from 5 pm - 9pm. A super fun and inspirational time - you can see how this large historic building was converted to art spaces!
A fun visit for anytime of year! You can watch the movie and then go tour the house! It is just a few minutes away from La Casa Cleveland!!!
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A Christmas Story House
3159 W 11th StA fun visit for anytime of year! You can watch the movie and then go tour the house! It is just a few minutes away from La Casa Cleveland!!!
Mini golfing, PLUS a super huge candy factory and ice cream shop - as if the first two things were not enough!
b.a. Sweetie Candy Company
6770 Brookpark RdMini golfing, PLUS a super huge candy factory and ice cream shop - as if the first two things were not enough!
Mahall's
13200 Madison AveGreat place for bowling and music!
Perplexity Games Escape Room - Cleveland
2515 Jay AveOhio City's own little escape room!
Awesome place to visit for families and individuals alike!!! The IMAX theater there has great films as well.
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Great Lakes Science Center
601 Erieside AveAwesome place to visit for families and individuals alike!!! The IMAX theater there has great films as well.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
1100 E 9th StIt's the Rock Hall - need I say more?!
Home of the Cavs, Lake Erie Monsters, concerts, Disney on Ice etc.! I suggest taking either a ride service or the rapid (train) from W.25th st it is only one stop and there is a tunnel that connects to the filed house.
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Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
1 Center CourtHome of the Cavs, Lake Erie Monsters, concerts, Disney on Ice etc.! I suggest taking either a ride service or the rapid (train) from W.25th st it is only one stop and there is a tunnel that connects to the filed house.
FirstEnergy Stadium
100 Alfred Lerner WayGo dawgs!
Highly recommended for families with young children! Super fun spot for a day of playing, exploring and creating. You can bring your own lunches too!
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Børnemuseet i Cleveland
3813 Euclid AveHighly recommended for families with young children! Super fun spot for a day of playing, exploring and creating. You can bring your own lunches too!
I think it's all in their name - 'sweets factory'!
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Campbell's Sweets Factory (Ohio City)
1979 W 25th StI think it's all in their name - 'sweets factory'!
Neighborhoods
Ohio City
Tremont
Detroit - Shoreway
Lakewood
Downtown
The Flats
Grocery Stores
Dave's Markets Ohio City
2700 Carroll AveLucky's Market
11620 Clifton BlvdWhole Foods Market
19607 Detroit RdOhio City Provisions
3208 Lorain Ave