THE PREMIER LGBTQ+ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
NORTHEAST OHIO Vol. 8
SCAN QR CODE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE ONLINE Bar Guide & Event Schedule
TABLE OF CON TENT S
04 ABOUT GUIDE 06 RESTAURANT SCHEDULE 08 EVENTS GUIDE 16 BAR ORGS & ATTRACTIONS 18 LGBTQ+ DIRECTORY 20 BUSINESS
2
ABOUT LGBTQ+ Northeast 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
RESTAURANT GUI DE Akron Family Restaurant Old-fashioned neighborhood mainstay with homestyle American fare & breakfast available all day. 254 W Market St, Akron, OH
Fat Cats Funky hangout serving global small & large plates plus weekend brunch in a converted house. 2061 W 10th St, Cleveland, OH
Balaton Restaurant Long-running homey eatery (since 1964) serving up large portions of traditional Hungarian fare. 8564 E Washington St, Chagrin Falls, OH
Lockview Restaurant Laid-back venue specializing in grilled cheese sandwiches, cocktails, wine & beer. 207 S Main St, Akron, OH Lucky’s Café Hip daytime eatery & bakery with a local, seasonal menu of creative New American dishes. 777 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH
Betts Hip outfit serving carefully sourced dishes along with cold-pressed juice, cocktails & craft beer. 2000 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH
Mabel’s BBQ Cool BBQ spot with communal tables & a long bar with many bourbons. 2050 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH
Cilantro Thai & Sushi Restaurant A Thai-Japanese hybrid offering beer, wine & specialty cocktails in a contemporary room. 326 S Main St #1204, Akron, OH
Pura Vida by Brandt Evans Vegetarian-friendly New American cafe offering inventive fare & modern cocktails in airy surrounds. 170 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
Cleveland Chop Elevated steakhouse & sports bar serving handcrafted burgers, steaks & seafood. 824 W St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH
Taza - a Lebanese Grill Ritzy restaurant plating traditional Lebanese entrees, some made in a stone oven. 1400 W 6th St, Cleveland, OH
Crave A diverse menu with global influences is presented in a colorful, contemporary, art-filled setting. 156 S Main St, Akron, OH
Townhall Locally sourced & innovative bar bites & vegan options served in a contemporary setting with patio. 1909 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH
dba - dante boccuzzi akron Upscale restaurant serving New American cuisine & creative cocktails in a trendy, club-like space. 21 Furnace St Suite 402, Akron, OH Fahrenheit A sleek, buzzing hot spot offering New American fare with an Asian bent. 2417 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH
6
EVENTS SCH E D ULE NOVEMBER
DEC 15-16
WINTERFEST
Downtown Cleveland’s annual Winterfest is everything you want out of a holiday season kickoff: twinkling lights, festive trees and those city sidewalks dressed in holiday style. Add in live music, food trucks, a visit from Santa and events throughout the city, and you’ve got a holiday tradition that’s uniquely Cleveland. For more info visit: winterfestcle.com
As part of the Music Explorers program, The Cleveland Orchestra musicians perform short sections celebrating the music of the season. Join us for this heartwarming holiday concert for the whole family. Each performance lasts under an hour, with themes chosen especially for our youngest friends ages 3–6. For more info visit: tinyurl.com/y44u5ex4
DECEMBER
JANUARY
CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA HOLIDAY CONCERTS
THE CHER SHOW
HOLIDAY BRASS QUINTET
NOV 25-30
JAN 30-31
DEC 13-23
Superstars come and go. Cher is forever. For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture - breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries and letting nothing and no one stand in her way. THE CHER SHOW is the Tony Award®-winning musical of her story, and it’s packed with so much Cher that it takes three women to play her: the kid starting out, the glam pop star, and the icon. For more info visit: playhousesquare. org/events/detail/the-cher-show
Holiday Concerts with The Cleveland Orchestra and Cleveland Orchestra Chorus return in 2023! Join us for an unforgettable experience that will fill Mandel Concert Hall with the sounds of the holiday season. For more info visit: tinyurl.com/2c8x9c8z
DEC 14-23
THE NUTCRACKER
A production known to audiences of all ages, Cleveland Ballet’s The Nutcracker is distinctly Cleveland’s and is one not to be missed. The ballet in two acts is based on the original story by E.T.A. Hoffman with music composed by the renowned Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The fascination of Tchaikovsky’s score and the suitability of the theme for Christmas entertainment has inspired many choreographers including Cleveland Ballet’s own Artistic Director Gladisa Guadalupe who has created a version with a twist! For more info visit: playhousesquare. org/events/detail/the-nutcracker-4
JAN 30-31
MAMMA MIA!
Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago. For more info visit: playhousesquare. org/events/detail/mamma-mia-1
8
(. . .continued on page 12)
EVENTS SCH E D ULE FEBRUARY
MAR 19-24
GREAT BIG HOME + GARDEN SHOW
Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production–just as you remember it and just when we need it most. For more info visit: playhousesquare. org/events/detail/annie-1
ANNIE
FEB 2-11
The largest home and garden show in Cleveland, Ohio, this show features landscaping companies, remodeling contractors, interior design companies, and more. For more info visit: greatbighomeandgarden.com
FEB 20-29
FUNNY GIRL
The sensational Broadway revival dazzles with celebrated classic songs, including “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” and “People.” This bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage. Everyone told her she’d never be a star, but then something funny happened—she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway. For more info visit: playhousesquare. org/events/detail/funny-girl
APRIL
APR 17-21 STOMP
STOMP is explosive, inventive, provocative, witty, and utterly unique— an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. Year after year, audiences worldwide keep coming back for more of this pulse-pounding electrifying show. As the Boston Globe says, “If you haven’t seen STOMP, GO! If you have seen it, take someone and share the pleasure!” STOMP. See what all the noise is about. For more info visit: playhousesquare. org/events/detail/stomp-1
MARCH MAR 2-3
QUEENS OF THE NIGHT: LEGENDARY DIVAS OF POP
Divas will always hold a special place in our hearts. Whether we’re dancing to their songs at the club or leaving us crying in a cocktail, we find ways to identify with what they’re singing and how they make us feel. So, join us as we celebrate everyone from Whitney to Gaga, Celine to Madonna, Britney to Mariah, and Beyoncé to Elton! This concert is all about honoring those legendary Queens and their music. For more info visit: playhousesquare. org/events/detail/queens-of-the-night
12
BAR GU ID E ABC The Tavern Huge drink selection, great food and fun vibe. 1872 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH
Mercedes’ Neighborhood Tavern Friendly neighborhood bar. 1947 W Market St #103, Akron, OH Now That’s Class Music venue and dive bar. 11213 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH
BottleHouse Brewery and Meadery Community-centric brewery, meadery & cidery, plus farm-to-table comfort food. 2050 Lee Rd, Cleveland, OH
Square Nightclub Lively gay nightspot for inventive cocktails, plus DJs & dancing. 820 W Market St, Akron, OH
Cocktails Akron Neighborhood Gay Bar in Firestone Park. 33 W Mapledale Ave, Akron, OH
Tear-Ez Akron’s gay hub. 360 S Main St, Akron, OH
Cocktails Cleveland Karaoke, dirty dancers and an awesome happy hour. 9208 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH Happy Dog Hot dogs and beer, and lots of live music. 5801 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH Interbelt Nite Club Vibrant, colorful music & dancing, plus theme nights. 70 N Howard St, Akron, OH
The Hawk Down to earth gay bar. 11217 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH Twist Social Club Neighborhood bar and nightclub focused on serving the LGBTQ+ community. 11633 Clifton Blvd, Cleveland, OH Vibe Bar + Patio LGBTQ+ Lounge Bar. 11633 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH
Jukebox Music-centric bar. 1404 W 29th St, Cleveland, OH Leather Stallion Saloon Energetic & enduring gay hangout. 2205 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH
16
LGBTQ+ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
PFLAG Cleveland An inclusive volunteer, non-profit self-help organization composed of family members, friends, and LGBTQ+ individuals. pflagcleveland.org 2200 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
Equality Ohio Equality Ohio identifies and transforms systems and institutions so LGBTQ+ Ohioans can fully access legal and lived equality. equalityohio.org Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Center Case Western Reserve University’s commitment to serving its diverse students, staff, faculty, and alumni. case.edu/lgbt/ Tinkham Veale University Center 11038 Bellflower Rd Suite 179, Cleveland, OH
Plexus LGBT+ & Allied Chamber of Commerce A strategic partner in the economic development of Northeast Ohio and serves as a point of connection for corporations, supporters, LGBT businesses and professionals. thinkplexus.org 6705 Detroit Ave Ste 114, Cleveland, OH
LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland Since 1975, serving the needs of the LGBTQ+ community in Northeastern OH. lgbtcleveland.org 6705 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH
18
BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ACCIDENTS Sandel Law Firm...................................... 3
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES The Phoenix Counseling Center........... 5
ART HANDLING Wood Lee Art Handlers........................ 13
MORTGAGES Union Capital Mortgage....................... 19
CREMATION SERVICES Busch Funeral and Crematory Services....................... 19
NON PROFIT Cleveland Rape Crisis Center.............. 17 Red Cross......................... Back Inside Cover
CUSTOM CABINETS Kitchen Tune Up Cleveland West.......... 9
PAINTING Pinpoint Painting & Renovation.......... 19
DENTIST Great Beginnings Pediatric Dentistry................................. 13
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Great Beginnings Pediatric Dentistry................................. 13
FINANCIAL ADVISOR George Hoose - Edward Jones............. 3
PERFORMING ARTS Beck Center for the Arts....................... 16
FINANCIAL PLANNING Flagship Capital Advisors.................... 13 Presper Financial Architects................... 7
PERSONAL INJURY Sandel Law Firm...................................... 3 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT JAFA Properties LLC....... Front Inside Cover
FUNERAL SERVICES Busch Funeral and Crematory Services....................... 19
REAL ESTATE JAFA Properties LLC....... Front Inside Cover
FURNITURE Wayside Furniture................................... 1
REMODELING Kitchen Tune Up Cleveland West.......... 9
HOME RENOVATIONS Pinpoint Painting & Renovation.......... 19
RENTAL PROPERTIES JAFA Properties LLC....... Front Inside Cover
LAW FIRM Sandel Law Firm...................................... 3
SCIENCE CENTER Great Lakes Science Center................... 5
LEGAL SERVICES Hahn Loeser & Parks ............................ 19
THEATER Beck Center for the Arts....................... 16
20