Cocktails Cleveland invites guests to enjoy a dynamic nightlife destination featuring a broad range of drinks, bar games, and spirited entertainment like karaoke and drag shows on weekends. With two floors and an outdoor patio, it balances lively performances and a social scene that welcomes groups and tourists alike.
What to Expect:
🍹 Well-crafted cocktails and diverse beer selection
🎤 Karaoke nights on Wednesdays and Sundays at 10 PM
👑 Weekend drag shows and live performances
🎱 Pool tables and bar games upstairs and downstairs
☀️ Outdoor patio and casual seating
Important Information:
- Open daily from 11 AM to 2:30 AM
- One step at the entrance with wheelchair-accessible restroom available
- No reservations accepted
- Ring doorbell for entry
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🔔 Ring the Doorbell: Entry requires ringing a buzzer; new visitors often find this unexpected.
🎤 Karaoke Nights: Wednesdays and Sundays at 10 PM draw a notable crowd—plan accordingly.
🌭 Weekend Cookouts: Seasonal cookouts on the patio create a unique atmosphere on Friday and Saturday nights.
🎱 Pool Tables Up & Downstairs: Two bars and game areas offer ample space for groups and fun.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Cocktails Cleveland is beloved for its welcoming crowd, entertaining karaoke nights, and vibrant drag shows, with reviewers frequently praising bartenders and affordable drinks. Some reviews indicate occasional concerns about door policy and staff attitude, but these are outweighed by strong repeated endorsements for fun and inclusivity.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
