16 Lounges, Speakeasies and Hidden Bars in Cleveland and How to Find Them All

The Speakeasy at Quintana’s

2200 S Taylor Rd., Cleveland Heights

Walk through the barbershop, up the staircase, and find the secret passageway by choosing the right book on the bookshelf. You’ll be greeted with craft cocktails, a lounge, and, hopefully, a good time.

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The Whiskey Bar at Café Bon Appetit

2767 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights

This two-story bar calls itself the “best-kept secret in Cleveland.” It offers the largest selection of scotches and bourbons in the city, as well as live acoustic sets on Saturday nights.

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B Side Liquor Lounge

2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights

Located beneath the Grog Shop, this is the place to be for a dance party. They offer different theme nights such as silent disco night and hump day happy hour. Karaoke is also available for those who can sing but can’t dance.

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Johnny’s Little Bar

614 Frankfort Ave, Cleveland

If you’re tired of your current sports bar, Johnny’s invites you to watch the Browns’ game tucked away in an alley off of West 6th St. This is possisbly the closest thing Cleveland has to the bar from Cheers.

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Society Lounge

2063 E. 4th St., Cleveland

Speaking of stepping back in time, the Society Lounge attempts to recreate the party scene of the roaring '20s. The basement bar boasts a “glamorous social scene” and fresh-squeezed juice in their cocktails.

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Teacher’s Lounge

1380 East Sixth St., Cleveland

This adult hideaway is tucked into the Drury Plaza Hotel, in the historic Board of Education building (get it?). There are definitely no kids allowed.

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Speakeasy

1948 W 25th St, Cleveland

Located in the basement of Bier Markt and Bar Cento, Speakeasy does its best to live up to its name. Live music and events like trivia night keep the space popping.

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The Spotted Owl

710 Jefferson Ave, Cleveland

The Spotted Owl, a hidden Tremont gem, has a list of five House Rules, the first "Women initiate conversation,” and the fifth “no kissing.” Spin their cocktail wheel to find the best drink to pair with your mood.

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The Foundation Room

House of Blues 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland

The VIP Room at House of Blues has hosted many musicians before and after their sets. Call the phone number or puchase a VIP pass to gain access to this bougie bar.

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CODA/Ginko

2247 Professor Ave, Cleveland

This basement double-feature allows you to choose between drinks and fancy sushi or drinks and live music. If you’re in the mood for both, the doors are right next to each other.

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