THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
NE OHIO Vol. 3
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TABLE OF CON TENT S
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ABOUT NE OHIO
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
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BAR GUIDE
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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
ABOUT NE OHIO LGBTQ NE Ohio Cleveland is the second largest city in Ohio and represents modernization with a rustic flare. The city has a strong cultural side, with theaters, museums, and a thriving social scene in the Flats East Bank, where the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie converge. Now put another dime in the jukebox, baby! Who would have thought Ohio was such a big gay hangout? With Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland to choose from, it’s a wonder anyone gets any work done around here. Today, the remnants of Cleveland’s historical railway and canal notoriety serve as an eclectic backdrop for a vibrant city that is turning warehouses into boutique hotels and is a prominent destination for world-class sporting events and concerts near the waterfront. Take a stroll along Cleveland’s popular Historic Warehouse District, spend an evening enjoying some of the city’s major sports complexes in the Historic Gateway District, or explore some of Cleveland’s spectacular museums. Cleveland’s gay community tends to congregate in the vicinity of the city’s active LGBTQ Community Center on Detroit Avenue. Gay friendly hotels and inns, gay & lesbian bars, clubs and great restaurants provide a satisfying night out on the town. 4
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The Greenhouse Tavern
Modern, Mediterranean-tinged New American dining & late-night noodles in a former bank building. 2247 Professor Ave Suite C, Cleveland, OH
Hip haunt with locally driven New American fare, a rooftop patio & creative cocktails. 2038 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH
The Bourbon Street Barrel Room
Slyman’s Restaurant
Vibrant restaurant with New Orleans–inspired decor & cuisine, plus 2 bars & rotating craft brews. 2393 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH
Retro breakfast & lunch mainstay featuring hefty corned-beef sandwiches & other deli classics. 3106 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH
Etna
Flying Fig
Intimate spot featuring contemporary Italian dishes & seafood specials with outdoor seats. 11919 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland, OH
Hip locavore eatery featuring small & large New American plates & outdoor seating. 2523 Market Ave, Cleveland, OH
The Black Pig
Seasonal French-inspired fare with local ingredients in a cozy, brick-walled space with a patio. 2801 Bridge Ave, Cleveland, OH
Momocho
Hip, dimly lit cantina with wrestler decor, patio seating & creative, modern Mexican dishes. 1835 Fulton Rd, Cleveland, OH
Lola Bistro
L’Albatros
Michael Symon’s New American eatery serves rustic fare in a sleek, bustling setting. 2058 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH
Upscale, contemporary French destination with patio seating, cheese courses & daily specials. 11401 Bellflower Rd, Cleveland, OH
Urban Farmer Cleveland’s Steakhouse
Upscale place serving locally sourced beef dishes, plus regional wines & beers, in rusticchic digs. 1009, 1325 E 6th St, Cleveland, OH
Mia Bella Restaurant
Italian fare & some Mediterranean dishes are presented in a quaint, muraled space with a full bar. 12200 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland, OH
Astoria Cafe & Market
Sleek Mediterranean market/eatery for gourmet meats & cheeses, plus tapas, wine & cocktails. 5417 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH
Fire Food and Drink
Hip haunt with simple decor & an open kitchen serving upscale, locally sourced New American fare. 13220 Shaker Square, Cleveland, OH
Spice Kitchen + Bar
Seasonal New American meals made with local ingredients, plus innovative cocktails & a garden patio. 5800 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH
Taza Lebanese Grill Downtown
Ritzy restaurant plating traditional Lebanese entrees, some made in a stone oven. 1400 W 6th St, Cleveland, OH
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2020 EVENT SCH E DULE for people in our community to LIVE Recovery. Join us on August 15th at 9:00am on Recovery Resources Facebook page for our VIRTUAL Run for Recovery event! Learn more at recres. org/RunforRecovery.
JULY JUL 24
TEQUILA FEST CLEVELAND 2020
Our 9th year of the Tequila Fest is happening in Cleveland and this year we are moving the date for the first time in 5 years. We’ve decided we want to make our festival the biggest and best tequila and taco event in Cleveland. Join us from 4pm to 11pm at Flats East Bank overlooking the river and city of Cleveland. Over 50 tequilas to sample, food trucks, food vendors and full bar. Live music and stage. Margarita specials and other drink specials. Modelo cans will be available as they are the official beer of Tequila Fest Cleveland. facebook.com/tequilafestcleveland.
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2020 NORTHEAST OHIO VIRTUAL TEAM HOPE WALK & 5K RUN
The Northeast Ohio Team Hope Walk & 5k run is still on and it’s FREE! We are introducing a new, virtualized event that will be fun and engaging for everyone. This change in format aligns with the newly released CDC guidance for large events, to help ensure the safety and health of our participants. Event Inquiries: Randi Zubin randi@zmykprint.com 216-316-7701
JUL 24 - 26
CLEVELAND IRISH FESTIVAL
You don’t need to wait until St. Patrick’s Day to become a little Irish. Celebrate Cleveland’s true Irish heritage at the Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival. Taking place at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, the Fest has featured everything Irish for the past 30 years. Expect great Irish bands, step dancers, children’s activities, plays, food & exhibits. Visit clevelandirish.org.
SEPTEMBER SEP 05
THE AIR SHOW
The Air Show is Cleveland’s Labor Day Weekend tradition with three days of aerial thrills featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, U.S. Air Force F-16 Viper Demo, gravity defying aerobatics, parachuting and more. Inside the gates fans can witness Shockwave Jet Truck race a plane down the runway, see a plane land on top of a truck and feel the heat from explosive pyrotechnics. Ground attractions also include interactive displays, kid-friendly activities, drones and 30+ unique display aircraft. clevelandairshow.com
AUGUST AUG 02 9:30AM-10”30AM
RISE AND SHINE YOGA WITH RITA FREE Online Yoga Class! Join Rita for a 60 minute, all levels yoga class in the comfort of your home. Enjoy a mix of uplifting, grounding and strengthening poses. Get ready to move, and set an intention to radiate positive vibes. More information on Eventbrite.com.
SEP 19 12:00PM-7:00PM
TREMONT ARTS & CULTURAL FEST
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This festival celebrates the cultural and artistic diversity of Tremont and the greater Cleveland area, and
VIRTUAL RUN FOR RECOVERY
Remembering those lives lost. Celebrating Recovery. Raising funds
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2020 EVENT SCH E DULE activities throughout the weekends and cooking demonstrations on Sundays. lakemetroparks.com.
supports the endeavors of its visual and performing artists. The event includes over 130 vendors featuring artist selling their paintings, sculptures, jewelry, etc.; live music and dance performances; beer & wine garden; children’s village, and more. Located at 1200 Starkweather Ave., Cleveland, OH.
OCT 17
SWEETEST DAY
Sometimes you just need a sweet, and Valentine ’s Day only comes once a year. What’s a body to do? Well, you celebrate the Sweetest Day of course! Like Valentine’s day, this day is known for its distribution of sweets in heartshaped boxes, and a recognition of the love of candy. Visit daysoftheyear.com/ days/sweetest-day.
SEP 22 11:00AM-2:00PM
CLEVELAND VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
FREE FOR ALL JOB SEEKERS! Whether you are a seasoned executive-level professional, just beginning your career, or anywhere in between, our events can connect you with as many valuable employer contacts in three hours as you would make in weeks of job searching on your own. jobfairx.com.
NOVEMBER NOV 06 & 07
CLEVELAND DANCE FEST 2020
OCTOBER
The Movement Project’s Cleveland Dance Fest is set to return for its 5th season November 6th & 7th, 2020 at the beautiful Pilgrim Church in Tremont! The 2-day festival will feature master classes by CDF artists and performances featuring Cleveland dance artists, visiting artists and pre-professional artists. themovementproject.org/ cdf2020-app.
OCT 09 7:00PM
BOURBON & BBQ FEST CLEVELAND 2020
This event is truly for everyone as there will be over 30 different bourbons, seminars, food and live music. Many of these bourbons are very hard to get and we can only get a few bottles. We do not guarantee all brands and bottles will be available throughout the entire event. There will be a full cash bar for those that buy non sampling tickets. So you can buy beer, wine and cocktails from the bar throughout the night. 1091 W. 10th Street, Cleveland, OH.
NOV 12-16 11:00AM-6:00PM PIEROGI GIFT FEST
Pierogi Gifts and Polish Pottery will attending the 2020 PierogiFest! Come visit us. Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Visit PierogiGifts.com.
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DECEMBER
Lake Metroparks Farmpark continues a tradition of celebrating the harvest season with its popular Corn & Pumpkin Festival. Help husk, shell and grind the corn or plow behind draft horses while younger visitors make handmade corn husk dolls and paint pumpkins. Little farmers can navigate the hay maze and play in the kids’ areas. Enjoy harvest-themed crafts and other harvest
DEC 06
CORN & PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
HOLIDAY CIRCLEFEST AT UNIVERSITY CIRCLE
Noon - 7 PM | A perennial favorite event for families this time of year is the Holiday Circlefest at University Circle. The cold-hardy can enjoy activities on Wade Oval including ice skating, horse-drawn carriage rides and ice carving. Those a little less impervious
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BAR GU ID E Highland Square Tavern Expect a mixed crowd at this lively watering hole with karaoke. 11614 Madison Avenue, Cleveland, OH
The Hawk Enjoy the pool table, internet jukebox, TVs, gaming machines, and a patio for a good time with locals. 11217 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Now That’s Class This is a grungy rock club covered in graffiti. Get kicked out of every other bar? Come here and be a star. 11213 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Jukebox This music-centric bar has a neighborhood tavern feel, with rotating craft drafts, quality cocktails and select wines, located in the growing “Hingetown” neighborhood. 1404 W. 29th Street, Cleveland, OH
Vibe With great drink specials, themed party nights, and a fun crowd, it’s the perfect place to let loose after work or on the weekend. 11633 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Twist Enjoy a stiff drink while shaking your stuff to the best in techno music on Twist’s mult-tiered dance floor. 11633 Clifton Blvd., Cleveland, OH
Happy Dog Enjoy hot dogs, beer, and lots of live music, from rock and country to punk and polka, at this mixed-crowd spot. 5801 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH
Cocktails Cleveland From karaoke to dirty dancers to an awesome happy hour, this place delivers what the boys want. 9208 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH
ABC Tavern This gay frequented neighborhood dive is actually a rather refined place to grab specialty cocktails, bites, and pints. 1872 W 25th Street, Cleveland, OH
Leather Stallion Saloon Serving the area since 1970, this casual bar offers great food, fun events, and a long-standing tradition. 2205 Saint Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH
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2020-21 EVENT SCHEDULE to the weather can visit more than a dozen University Circle institutions and museums for free, where there will be all kinds of special activities. Visit universitycircle.org/events/2015/12/ holiday-circlefest.
suspension, burlesque and appearances from tattooed TV celebrities and Ink Master contestants. Located at Cleveland Convention Center. Visit worldtattooevents.com.
DEC 09
MARDI GRAS BAR CRAWL CLEVELAND
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ASIATOWN FOOD TOUR 2020
Explore Asiatown Cleveland as we charter you to four amazing restaurants to eat, drink and learn.
We’re turning Cleveland into Bourbon Street for the biggest Mardi Gras celebration and party! Collect beads, drink hurricanes, and best New Orleans style party! It’s an incredible day of green, purple, and gold New Orleans style fun!
Enjoy a group atmosphere as you experience the rich palette of an everchanging menu from Asiatown’s best restaurants with guided presentations from our AFT team and the restaurant chefs themselves.
Downtown Cleveland Area Bars, 1214 West 6th Street, Cleveland, OH.
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Along the tour, participants enjoy a guided tour to points of interest and activity as they’re bused across the AsiaTown Cleveland neighborhood. nightmarketcle.com/asiatown-food-tour.
CLEVELAND AUTO SHOW 2021
Today, the Cleveland Auto Show marks the start of the spring selling season in Northeast Ohio. Featuring concept, pre-production and production vehicles from the world’s auto manufacturers, the show is held annually at the I-X Center with nearly 1.2 million square feet of exhibits.
JANUARY JAN 09
COLLECTIBLE TOY SHOW 2021
Collectible Toy Show will showcase products like Toys, action figures, baby boomer era toys & dolls, antique dolls, hot wheels, cab with dual tires, big bud set, star wars, doll house, teddy bear, paper and model doll food & much more. Lakeland Community College, 7700 Clocktower Dr, Kirtland, OH.
The Show also features an array of entertainment including sports and celebrity appearances. The Cleveland Auto Show is a consumer show and a favorite family tradition since 1903. clevelandautoshow.com.
FEBRUARY FEB 12 - 14
CLEVELAND TATTOO ARTS CONVENTION 2021
The World Famous, star-studded, traveling tattoo arts exhibition is anticipated to feature more than 300 International and National tattoo artists, tattooing live on site of the event as well as sideshow acts, live human
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LGBTQ COM MU NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
LGBT Community Center The leading nonprofit organization that empowers Northeast Ohio’s LGBTQ community through advocacy, education, collaboration and celebration. Web: lgbtcleveland.org Phone: (216) 651.5428 6600 Detroit Rd, Cleveland, OH NE Ohio PFLAG An inclusive group of family members, friends, and individuals who are straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender. Web: pflagcleveland.org Equality Ohio Through our commitment to racial and social justice, we’re addressing issues of inequality at the margins. And with our commitment to expanding inclusive faith traditions, we’re mobilizing communities of faith across Ohio to help end LGBTQ inequality. Web: equalityohio.org Phone: (614) 224-0400
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY APARTMENT BUILDING 12000 Edwater..................................................12-13 The Garfield.......................................................12-13 The Statler..........................................................12-13
MEMORIAL SERVICES FOR PETS De John Pet Services.............................................. 16 MENTAL HEALTH Middle Path Counseling........................................... 9
APARTMENTS Forest Ridge Apartments........................................ 21
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Ohio Guidestone.................................................... 25
BEAUTY SCHOOL Brown Aveda Institute............................................ 21
MORTGAGES Ruoff Home Mortgage........................................... 11
BUSINESS LAW Farah Roberts Ltd...................................................... 9
MUSEUM Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage......................... 27
COMMUNITY CENTER Mandel Jewish Community Center.......................... 2
OVERNIGHT AND DAY CAMPUS Mandel Jewish Community Center.......................... 2
COUNSELING Middle Path Counseling........................................... 9
PET CREMATORY De John Pet Services.............................................. 16
EARLY CHILDCARE Mandel Jewish Community Center.......................... 2
PLUMBING Northeast Plumbing & Mechanical.......................... 2
ESTATE PLANNING & PROBATE Farah Roberts Ltd...................................................... 9
POOLS & SPAS Leisure Unlimited................................................... 17
FINANCIAL ADVISOR Ted Jakovich- Edward Jones................................... 17
REAL ESTATE Axis at Ansel.......................................... front cover,18
FLOORING Calvetta Brothers...................................................... 5
REAL ESTATE LAW Farah Roberts Ltd...................................................... 9
FOSTER CARE Beech Brook........................................................... 21
REMODELING Dover Home Remodelers......................................... 7
FURNITURE Wayside Furniture.................................................. 17
RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Ohio Living............................................................... 6
HOME BUILDER Knez Homes........................................................... 27
SKIN CARE Advanced Skin Renewal........................................... 1
HOTEL Metropolitan at the 9 - GEIS Hospitality Group...... 23
SUNROOMS Canton Aluminum.................................................. 20
INSURANCE McManamon Insurance.................. back inside cover
WEDDING & EVENT VENUE Metropolitan at the 9 - GEIS Hospitality Group...... 23
LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LAW Widman & Franklin................................................... 3
WINDOWS & SIDING Canton Aluminum.................................................. 20
MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR Northeast Plumbing & Mechanical.......................... 2 MED SPA Advanced Skin Renewal........................................... 1 Northcoast Laser Cosmetics.................................... 15
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