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The Brothers Lounge
11609 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102, United States
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Ba
Review №1

Ok first time there. Staff in lounge classy and nice. The nachos I ordered was enough for two AND delicious!Walk through another door to the stage and it’s party time USA!!!.They have a different band every night. Friendly staff,great eats, parking is a little bit tricky so get there early and enjoy.

Na
Review №2

I just love this place and can’t wait for it to reopen. A great group of regulars and really nice staff! It feels like home. Plus Roger and Gidget are awesome!

Jo
Review №3

The food was AMAZING!!! We really enjoyed the music also! I wish i could say the same about SERVICE! The bartender was so rude, and kept making the wrong drinks to the point people started leaving or requesting the other bartender who was working. And when i brought it to the managers attention, she put her hand up in my face and said she would handle it. I felt like she didnt want to hear what i had to say! Im not sure if i will return. I know i cant get AMAZING food somewhere else with AMAZING service and atmosphere!

Ma
Review №4

The bars okay, the bartender wonderful; the food smelled fine, and the music was better than many places, I guess (I wasnt there on a live performance evening). The crowd, however, dragged this place down from a solid 4-star to the 3 I decided to select. Weekends are better, I hope. So, Ill try again and see if it draws a more enticing clientele. Stay tuned.

Ha
Review №5

Love the intimacy of the wine bar. I wish it had a few more tables. Food is great also although the serve might be a little slow, it is worth the wait. Live music is phenomenal.

Sa
Review №6

Overall my experience here was positive. Great venue to see bands perform. Bar service was fast and friendly. Would give 5 stars except the door man grabbed my husband in an aggressive hostile manner when didn’t stop to have our hand stamps rechecked.

An
Review №7

A pretty good mix of cozy bar and a working guys place to go. The interior hosts a warm wood carried throughout, kept in good shape, and illuminated in a warm light. The prices on drinks are reasonable, about 3.50 for a domestic. The back room has a stage that has events often.

Ma
Review №8

Great place to meet friends. Rooms to choose from. The wine bar the regular bar and the room where the bands perform. Something for everybodys taste. they get great bands there too. You cant go wrong. They have also some of the best wings in town.

Ag
Review №9

Great food and live music, what more could you want? They have live music every weekend and some weeknights as well. The food is great, and theres a room for everyone. The piano wine bar tends to be more low key and the music hall in the back is great for dancing. Definitely recommend this hotspot.

Sh
Review №10

I loved this place. The live music, bar, and food is all really good. I had the Vine cocktail and my o my it was one of best cocktails Ive had in a while. I enjoyed the live performance here.

An
Review №11

Venue was great and Disco Inferno were fun. We enjoyed seeing them. Food was also ok, which is why Im giving 4 stars. Having been to Brothers several times, this was not the best experience otherwise. Our DD was at the table and while we went to use the restroom and dance, someone came by and cleared our drinks which were more than half full ... he didnt notice, and the staff did not ask if they were done ... probably should ask.Also, check your tab. We had a Don Julio on ours and we did NOT and do not drink Don Julio. Bartender said someone ordered it. Possibly could have been another guest, but again, we did not. He did take it off and I appreciate that, but probably not a good idea to argue with your guests. I myself am in the business and am more understanding than most. We were not trying to get something for free, and as they seen, we did tip more than appropriately.I really do enjoy Brothers and may be back ... but think next time will be a cash venture. And dont pull drinks when people arent done. Just ask.

Mi
Review №12

Great atmosphere. Great food. Good beer selection. Wonderful service. And awesome live music venue.

Me
Review №13

Theres a lot here! They have the wine bar side, the regular bar, and concerts in the back. Many nights the music is free or very inexpensive, and its great. Food is tasty, and the bartenders are knowledgeable and quick. They have a parking lot.

Zo
Review №14

Went to the wine bar on Valentines Day. The service, food, and atmosphere were absolutely amazing! Will definitely be coming back! Thank you for the excellent Experience!

ch
Review №15

Brothers Lounge is a full service establishment. Beautifully designed interior, booze and beer from around the world and locally, an attached Wine Bar featuring talented musicians to set a mood. The kitchen offers a variety of delicious specialties. But the jewel is the Music Hall. Has a full Bar, a Dance Floor, a Stage with a complement of top flight servers. The music covers most genres, Blues, Jazz, Rock and the occasional Polka Band. Performers are top-notch, with local and regional acclaim. There is even a jam night. Anyone with a instrument can join the stage to get in their licks.I enjoy this place whenever I can get my 73 year old body to cooperate!

Br
Review №16

Food and atmosphere were great. Drink orders took longer to arrive than food orders. Everything was delish.

Mo
Review №17

Didnt eat there since we ate before we got there but the food looked good and great portions we had a couple of drinks and they where nicely poured. Other locations need to serve nice drinks like that. Definitely recommen for a nice night out.

ki
Review №18

This is one of the best places in town to have a good martini there is always a different band playing. The bartenders are knowledgeable not only in the drinks that are on the menu but also in making something off the menu. The pretzels are fresh and yummy the atmosphere is always like going home.

Sh
Review №19

Very nice atmosphere. Good food, great service. Good entertainment. Id recommend!

Pa
Review №20

Great place to see a band!!! Loves the stage. The service and the food were awesome.

Ch
Review №21

Went to see a cover band on Nov 1st. They were phenomenal. The venue is small yet spacious, somehow. I would go back for another show.

Br
Review №22

3 Bars in one. Front bar locals hang out. The side bar is a hip piano bar. Back bar is live bands with plenty of room to dance.

T
Review №23

Is a great music venue, the times I’ve eaten here were excellent, very decent employees , cool old building

Ro
Review №24

I love you guys!

Da
Review №25

Very pleasant atmosphere go there often nice experience.

Ra
Review №26

The live music in the wine bar was awesome. Great service. Truly enjoyable evening.

Ru
Review №27

Food is great, and service is as well. Im a light beer drinker, but my co workers seem to like all the craft and import brews which they have in abundance. Great live music almost every day of the week. Really well run place. Just go there, youll enjoy it!!!!

Ki
Review №28

The food was very good I had the mussels with chorizo sausage and it was excellent. In particular the bread for dipping so good you just didnt want to leave any of the sauce behind. The weight staff was very attentive and the music was great our group had a fun time.

br
Review №29

We were there for a music recital and just got drinks but I wish we would have ordered food because what people were getting looked and smelled amazing. I noticed someone nachos looked awesome!Ive had the wings before and they are excellent. Friendly staff great drinks and live music will be back.

Ge
Review №30

Good service, great food! I enjoyed my nephews performance along with the drinks and appetizers we had

Ke
Review №31

Keith was an awesome server/bartender. Perfect dry martini. The live music act was also excellent. Daniel Rylander is a lovely young singer songwriter.Brothers has great local and regional musicians every night with a variety of styles and interests.The house nachos are fantastic. Creamy cheese sauce instead of barely covered shredded cheese you find elsewhere. Lots of toppings.

Mi
Review №32

Great place. Ran like an well oiled machine. Staff made sure to get people chairs about an hour and a half before show. Got crowded but thats what ya get when a great band comes to a great place. Food was great. I got a cheeseburger and French fries.

Ma
Review №33

A neighborhood bar with a decent menu and live music. Always like a place when the bartender knows how to make a Manhattan and boy did they.Had the Bavarian pretzels, they were OK. Music by Matt whataguy, wide repertoire of songs, enjoyed.

F8
Review №34

Having two lounges two different vibes on a daily basis is amazing. Cant wait to go back.

Ty
Review №35

Love the vibe live music good drinksDiverse crowd excellent service

Ka
Review №36

Chill atmosphere. Great Band Friday nights!

Am
Review №37

I really enjoy coming to this lounge. The food and service are good and on an occasion you will hear some spectacular music... And tonight was one of those nights...I got to hear a very talented Liz Bullock sing... What a voice!

Er
Review №38

Great place to spend a easy evening with friends or yourself. Great food too!

Ka
Review №39

It was a really nice place to meet up with a friend.

Tr
Review №40

We went to go see band last night. Got there 2 hours early and figured we would eat then see the concert event. We were waiting outside for over 30 minutes (freezing) because the line forming for the event. Then to find out when they FINALLY opened the doors to the back room there were just a handful of tables and the bar seating which isnt big were already filled up and we would have to stand for over 2 hours before the event was to even start. We wouldnt be able to even eat because we had NO WHERE to even put it down. Very. Very, very poor planning on their part. They kept selling tickets at the door packing in more and more people. Most of the people coming to see this event were approx. 50+. We decided to go back out to the bar area and at least try and find a table (BTW are very few) and try there food. The bartender was basically attending to the locals. We went up to bar and found menus ourselves. Bartender finally came over to get our drink order. That took a while to just get a drink then we were waiting even longer to get someone to take our food order. Finally a different person took our food order. We waited over 1-1/2 hrs to even getting our food. The person delivering food was to busy taking pictures of the food sitting on the counter waiting to be delivered. Our food was luke warm and someones fish sandwich wad cold. The homemade chips were cold. When we asked the bartender for our tab she went back to the bar and waited on several people and then came back to our table again to see if we wanted anything and again we told her our tabs and again she went back and took care of serving people drinks. It took over 15-20 minutes to just get our bill. Only one good thing came out of the whole experience was were able to get our money back from the concert event because there was no room inside the event area. We all said as a group, this is NOT a place to see any kind of event unless you are there 4 hours early standing in line waiting to get 1 of the few tables to sit at. I DO NOT RECOMNEND THIS PLACE AT ALL.

St
Review №41

Great place with a very lively vibe. Different live groups nightly in The lounge and wine bar. Food good and reasonably priced drinks. Really good service. Great place to just chill and listen to live music.

Pa
Review №42

Nice neighborhood bar. Friendly people who will start up conversation with you. Clean. Off street parking safe feel. A favorite stop.

Ra
Review №43

Food was good, staff was helpful and the live music on Mondays was awesome!

Ke
Review №44

I love this venue. Also Ashley is cute.

Ga
Review №45

Great venue, good food, dont miss the pretzels. Staff always nice.

Or
Review №46

Food way too high, great atmosphere, good drinks.

Ho
Review №47

Excellent place for the afternoon. Mel is a delight.

BI
Review №48

Had a Long day came to have a drink and the sweetheart behind the bar took really good care of me her name was jane

Do
Review №49

Every Monday night a seventeen piece big band, the finest in Cleveland. Craig is premier bartender- food is good, great beer and wine selection.

Je
Review №50

Great food and entertainment in an historic setting great for friends to share plates and tales of life.

Jo
Review №51

Food was excellent wait staff was a little slow but good

Jo
Review №52

Our first to Brothers Lounge was during a School of Rock performance. It wont be our last. The food was outstanding..The front bar was cozy and good for conversation. The back bar/ concert area was intimate with great acoustics. We had a wonderful visit and highly recommend The Brothers Lounge.

Ch
Review №53

Thurs night is blues open jam night, always a great show ! Bring your instrument

An
Review №54

Great music but food not great for the price. Food is expensive but not worth it at ... eat before you come.

Da
Review №55

Cool place. Trendy. Great food. Awesome music :)

Ji
Review №56

Had a great time there, service was Great!!

Ga
Review №57

Really fun with live music. Highly recommend. Free parking.

Ma
Review №58

This is the best live music venue in town!

J.
Review №59

Stop in, after all your in the neighborhood.This is you down home bar and grill.

Mi
Review №60

Loved the music, the food and the atmosphere!

Ca
Review №61

Brothers lounge is amazing! Unplgd is the all time BEST live band that performs there!

Br
Review №62

Great place for a drink and some local music

Da
Review №63

Dillinger is the best goblin youll ever meet.

Je
Review №64

Very nice place, very friendly staff

Mi
Review №65

Chicken meatballs were awful, they were tough and dry. A freind had the chicken sandwich which was dry. Other freind had the burger, which in the past was moist but this time was dry. Every time we spoke to server, she continually had to say what?, due to overhead music being too loud.

Br
Review №66

Wow what a clean great venue for awesome live music.

Ja
Review №67

Nice place to take a beautiful lady!!

Mi
Review №68

Best blues jam night around..

Ti
Review №69

Vibed to a live reggae band very nice atmosphere, although the seating was alittle close!

Do
Review №70

Wonderful Venue with great food and cheap drinks!

Ri
Review №71

Cool neighborhood bar with live music

Ka
Review №72

Good drinks, uber nice bartender Keith, nice music.

Ti
Review №73

Amazing! Great service and even better food!!

Ne
Review №74

Great music nightly in multiple bars.

Mi
Review №75

Great place to hang at the bar or take in a local band show in the back of the house. The patio is super nice, too. Finally, find out if Stella is working, she has created an absolutely fabulous cocktail that carries her namesake.

To
Review №76

Cool place... good beer selection at good prices... they do an awesome comedy show every other Tuesday or something, definitely should check it out!

Ch
Review №77

Outstanding venue. Great service. A great place to be.

Vi
Review №78

Jen and Anthony at the wine bar was nice

Ca
Review №79

Had the butterfinger white russian - it was delicious!

To
Review №80

Had a great time, red hot chili peppers tribute

Gr
Review №81

Good atmosphere, live music

An
Review №82

Great food, bar maid was sort of snippy. Lost another customers credit card so theres a object lesson. Lobster Mac and cheese was pretty short on lobster.

Di
Review №83

Loved Brents 10 x 3 tonight. Great way to see different types of music.

Ru
Review №84

Go to Brothers. Great music. Fun place. Food is really good. Just go there!

De
Review №85

Great place to watch bands. Alittle pricey on the liquor. Stick to beer. Owners are really nice. Great venue

Jo
Review №86

Nice venue for music.

Is
Review №87

Great food and atmosphere

Ca
Review №88

Always a great place for entertainment, food and beverages. Great service. Excellent location and decent parking. Where Cleveland meets Lakewood.

Ch
Review №89

Great club for a night out! Entertainment is always good, usually with 2 music choices in front and back room. Try Monday night and see the Skatch Anderson Orchestra in the back room. Small cover but its worth it. Good food and nice staff also.

Da
Review №90

Went to see a specific band, Tempest, but if you are i Cleveland, check it out as great local pub

Ma
Review №91

One of the best bars in Cleveland! There are three parts, The Pub, The Wine Bar, and The Music Hall. Amazing food, with excellent presentation. Live music every night of the week.

Ca
Review №92

Surprise Mary Bridges Davis performance was stellar. Many thanks. Fabulous

Pe
Review №93

Brothers Lounge is one of of Cleveland (/Lakewood)’s true Gems! We havent ever seen a band here what wasnt well worth the cover charge. They draw genuinely great bands, with an occasionally ignorant customer that has no clue that they are simply being drunk and rude. Thats not that uncommon, and its made up for in the remaining atmosphere :) I wish they had a slightly better choice of beers, but, thats something that can easily be corrected if a number of us simply ask. :) We really do love this place! The criticism is entirely out of brotherly love. :)

Jo
Review №94

Great food, great bartenders, great venue!

Bo
Review №95

Great Bar, excellent service, wonderful atmosphere!

An
Review №96

Great vibe, great bartender!

Sa
Review №97

Brothers Lounge is fantastic! Whether youre a music lover or just looking for a night out, its a great place. We enjoyed the food and liked the inventive cocktail menu. The concert hall is casual and offers a venue for a more interactive experience. Excited to go back and hear some jazz at the wine bar!

Li
Review №98

Mel- the greatest bartender

Kr
Review №99

Have been a long time patron here, always have a great time. Awesome food and great live music!

Ke
Review №100

The customer service here sucks! There was a bartender with jet black hair whom I tried to get her attention too many times and mind you the bar wasnt busy at all, She basically ignored me. I had to wait at least 15 minutes to get a glass of wine. The only reason I gave 2 stars is because the chicken wings I ordered were pretty good. Then I tried again to get her attention to just get a to go box, she ignores me again, chatting with other customers. I had to beg to get some type of service, when thats your job? I wont be going here anymore unless they get new bartenders who knows how to treat a paying customer!

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  • Address:11609 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102, United States
  • Site:http://brotherslounge.com/
  • Phone:+1 216-226-2767
Categories
  • Night club
  • Bar
  • Concert hall
  • Live music bar
  • Bar & grill
  • Restaurant
  • Wine bar
Working hours
  • Monday:11:30am–2:30am
  • Tuesday:3pm–2:30am
  • Wednesday:12pm–2:30am
  • Thursday:11:30am–2:30am
  • Friday:11:30am–2:30am
  • Saturday:11:30am–2:30am
  • Sunday:11:30am–2:30am
Service options
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great bar food:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
  • Sport:Yes
Popular for
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Dancing:Yes
  • Food:Yes
  • Food at bar:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Happy-hour food:Yes
  • Late-night food:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
  • Historic:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
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