Cleveland · Cuyahoga County, OH

Nightlife in Cleveland

Scout analyzed 124 Cleveland places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

124

Matches

Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.6 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Downtown

9 matching spots

Old Brooklyn

1 matching spots

Waterloo Arts District

1 matching spots

Ohio City

1 matching spots

Tremont

1 matching spots

Edgewater

1 matching spots

Scout-verified spots

Downtown

Butcher and the Brewer

Butcher and the Brewer is a solid spot for a meal and drinks, perfect for an evening out or as part of a larger E 4th Street exploration. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and roughly $30-$60 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Old Brooklyn

The Foundry Concert Club

This is a good spot for an evening out to catch live music, potentially pairing with dinner or drinks beforehand. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $30-75 per person depending on tickets and food/drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Grog Shop

The Grog Shop is a long-standing live music venue, good for catching local and touring bands. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $25-60 per person on tickets and drinks, making it a good evening activity after dinner.

CocktailsLive musicSocial

$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Bar 32

Bar 32 is a chic hotel bar suitable for a date night or special occasion drinks, offering craft beverages, light food, and city views. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-75 per person.

CocktailsFoodViews

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Welcome To The Farm

This bar and restaurant offers American food, drinks, and often live music. Plan for an evening outing that can last 1.5-3 hours, with typical spending around $20-$50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

The Winchester Music Tavern

The Winchester Music Tavern is ideal for an evening out to enjoy local or national music acts, pairing well with a casual dinner beforehand. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $30-75 per person on drinks and maybe a snack.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Vault

Vault is ideal for a sophisticated evening out, serving handcrafted cocktails and gourmet small plates in a unique bank vault setting. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $50-100 per person, often paired with dinner or before a show.

CocktailsFoodViews

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

House of Blues Cleveland

This venue is good for an evening out to see a live band, grab a drink, and have Southern-inspired food. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $50-100 per person.

CocktailsLive musicShopping

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Waterloo Arts District

Beachland Ballroom & Tavern

This venue is good for an evening out, combining a show with dinner and drinks. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $50-150 per person, depending on tickets and consumption.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

The IVY

The IVY is a bar in downtown Cleveland suitable for evening drinks and light bites, possibly as a pre-dinner spot or a nightcap. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for cocktails and appetizers over an hour or two.

FoodCocktailsSocial

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Alley Cat Oyster Bar

Alley Cat Oyster Bar is good for a dinner outing, especially for a date or a special celebration, offering seafood and cocktails in an industrial setting. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for an experience lasting 1.5 to 2 hours.

FoodCocktailsViews

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Society Speakeasy

Society Speakeasy is ideal for a post-dinner cocktail or as a standalone evening out. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person for drinks and light bites.

CocktailsFoodRomantic

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Ohio City

Music Box Supper Club

The Music Box Supper Club is suitable for an evening out, combining dinner with a live music performance, often with river views. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Tremont

The Treehouse

The Treehouse is a good spot for a casual evening out with friends, offering drinks, hearty food, and entertainment like live music or sports. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person.

CocktailsFoodLive music

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Edgewater

The Brothers Lounge

This spot is good for an evening out with friends or a casual date, especially if you enjoy live music or catching a game. Expect to spend a couple of hours and around $25-60 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade

This hotel offers dining and drinks in a historic setting, suitable for a date night or a relaxed evening. Expect to spend a few hours for a meal or cocktails.

FoodCocktailsWellness

$75–$250 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking