Hidden gem patios you shouldn't miss in NE Ohio
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CLEVELAND (WJW) — You can't see these patios from the road. They're high in the sky or tucked out back or just off the beaten path. These are the Northeast Ohio patios you may have heard whispered about at parties or discovered one day while walking through your neighborhood. They're out in the open, but hidden all the same.
Yes, with Ohioans taking their (limited) patio season so seriously, we wanted to compile a list of gems you need to be checking out with your favorite people. Some are high-end restaurant patios, some are bars or breweries.
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It's only a smattering of spots, of course. We highly recommend getting out and exploring and finding your own gems to add to this list.
Take a look below:
12800 Larchmere Blvd., Cleveland; 216-229-1171One of the longest running bars in Cleveland period, this eastside spot not only has an incredibly homey inside, they also have a lovely patio that offers up a somewhat secluded feel from the outside world. While there, order a burger or side of wings. Stay awhile.
All Saints Public House 1261 W. 76th St., Cleveland; 216-675-0028A patio like this, tucked away in the Battery Park neighborhood, is going to fill up quickly on a gorgeous evening. Plan accordingly and get there early. You'll experience a bougie terrace-like space with fun cocktails to go along.
Hilton Cleveland Downtown, 100 Lakeside Ave. E.; 216-413-5000That view, man, that view. Here you're getting a glorious look at Lake Erie and all that comes along with it (including the wind). The space is located on the 32nd floor of the downtown Hilton, offering late-night food until 11 p.m. They do not take reservations, but do offer delicious drinks.
1329 Washington Ave., Cleveland; 216-273-0731It's a small space sandwiched between brick and the sky. You won't find chandeliers or the fanciest of cocktails, but there is something unquantifiable about this patio at this Irish bar, situated, as the name suggests, at the top of the Flats West Bank. Sometimes there's music, and sometimes people just chatting around a small fire.
2448 Fairmount Blvd., Cleveland Heights; 216-229-9463Tucked in behind the Cedar Fairmount neighborhood bar, when the patio finally opens for the summer season (and heat lamps are no longer needed) it's like stumbling upon an oasis with bar and table seating. The house-made ginger beer is not to be missed here.
Metropolitan at the 9, 2017 E. 9th St., Cleveland; 216-313-8810Rooftop bars in downtown Cleveland come with their own connotation, but this one isn't just for late-night revelers. Instead, this bar at the top of the 9 feels fancy, but not over-the-top. A must-stop to impress your friends from out of town.
12309 Mayfield Rd., Cleveland; 216-231-3100When it's time to get that old-school Italian food fix and you're going out to Little Italy, you'd be remiss to not consider the Guarino's back patio. It feels like your grandparents' backyard, but packed in with a lot more tables. The place has been running for more than 100 years, they obviously know what they're doing.
3164 Fulton Rd., Cleveland; 216-281-0055Not to be confused with Johnny's downtown, this classic white tablecloth restaurant in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood offers up all the American standard favorites and has done so for decades. But on the patio, on a beautiful summer's night, it all feels like a breath of fresh air.
1404 W. 29th St., Cleveland; 216-206-7699It's a Hingetown spot where all are welcome, plus, they have pierogis. The patio out back offers covered seating and a couple of yard games. Perfect for you and all your nearest and dearest. The respect of good music should also bring you through the door.
7508 OH-43, Kent; 330-678-8946A lake view without the bigness of Lake Erie. Nestled right on the side of East Lake, the former Twin Lakes Tavern spot is still here as a relaxed neighborhood bar, but the food (seafood forward) is more elevated. Is there anything better than sipping on a Sangria, or beverage of your choice, on a secluded lakeside patio during sunset?
Missing Mountain Brewing Co. 2811 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls; 234-706-2212From Front Street, you wouldn't know about the large, overhanging patio in the back looking out on the Cuyahoga River. Perfect for enjoying a cold, tasty beer on a warm summer's eve. Also, being a brewery, the spot is family-friendly as well.
1859 W. 25th St., Cleveland, 216-862-6631There are quite a few lovely patios on West 25th Street to choose from. This one, though, seems somehow more quiet than the others, offering shade, multiple stories and a mighty good beer selection.
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Poppy12502 Larchmere Blvd., Cleveland; 216-415-5069As this restaurant (brought to you by the people behind the now-closed Salt in Lakewood) is located in a 100-year-plus-old house, the patio has no choice but to feel like someone's backyard. Eat well and drink well here, all while enjoying the night sky.
417 Prospect Ave. E., Cleveland; 216-664-0941You're downtown about to go to a show, or a concert, or maybe it's just a night out with the one you like most, and you think maybe you want a steak, but also you want to be on top of the city? That's what the Red's downtown rooftop patio is all about.
Sarah's Vineyard1204 W Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls: 330-929-8057On your way to a concert at Blossom? Sarah's Vineyard and its vast outdoor area is here to help with those in need of a little wine. The pizzas are also a must-order to help wash it all down. It doesn't quite feel like Napa Valley here, but it sure is beautiful.
Tinkers Creek Tavern14000 Tinkers Creek Rd, Walton Hills; 216-642-3900In the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, this tucked-in tavern offers a patio that seems to be nearly on top of the creek. It's almost like picnicking after hiking to a secluded hideaway, except you didn't have to pack anything or cook. UPDATE: The patio is currently not open for food, but patrons can hang out with a beverage.
Honorable mentions: This list could go on and on. Here are some other gems — Porco Lounge & Tiki Room, Gervasi Vineyard, Prosperity Social Club, Forest City Brewery and L'Albatros.
Last thingService industry employees who are keeping you fed and watered on the patio are worthy of your support and patience. Tip well, and be as understanding as possible when things are hoping. Happy dining.Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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