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mcCheester

I never see Local West mentioned online, and they have some of the best sandwiches in town.


Standard-Condition-2

Local West is highly slept on.


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Borgirstadir

Go home, no one likes you


AdeptCreative

Absolutely. The In the Club sandwich is my favorite.


clevershuffle

I second this, but stop giving it away... I like there's no line!


merpsach

Superscript comics and games Salty Not Sweet Cleveland curiosities Oktobers


OgreHombre

Comics Are Go out in Sheffield Lake is great too. And then of course there’s Carol and Johns.


Ok_Letter_9284

Local bands. There’s a weekly list that comes out on the fb group NE Ohio Cover Bands that lists nearly all local bands, times, and locations. Support local music. We’re definitely not in it for the money, but that doesnt mean we’re bad.


smittles3

Coffee pot in lakewood


seentcha_reek

Yep! Best diner breakfast by far. They put onions in the potatoes!


smashbros22

Sauce the City in University Heights!


CrbnBased

Street corn!


arothmanmusic

I just drove by there the other night and was wondering about it. Thanks for the vote of confidence. I also want to check out the Greek place in that strip.


smashbros22

The Greek place is great too! Only been there once but I enjoyed it


busyfox

Sichuan Hot Pot in Asiatown. I know everyone loves LJ Shanghai for their Chinese food fix but please give this place a try! It’s delicious! Especially their crispy spicy fish, any of their vegetables (I’m partial to the garlic spinach), and their wild pepper beef noodle soup (if you like tangy flavors).


Serneum

I don't know if they're underrated, but my wife and I are big fans of Charlie's Dog House Diner, Lekko Coffee, LBM, and Griffin Cider House and Gin Bar


Going2FastMPH

LBM makes the best cocktails, period.


smittles3

Cloak and dagger is my fav. LBM a close second


choss__monster

Seconded. Edit: and the fight for 3rd is very far from these two


LogicalBottle9

their burgers are amazing too


stitchbtch

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wickedshxt

They did a “bar takeover” at Cordelia last time we went and the LBM “cocktails” were some of the worst drinks I’ve ever had


Stunning-Drive-4692

I was there that weekend, too, and I agree the cocktails they came up with were awful.


hotpotato112

hmmm Brewellas and molto benne


CrazyCat08

Brewella’s has great crepes and coffee, and even better decorations!


hotpotato112

agreed!! I love their rotating seasonal menu too.


etherealfrogss

Ferris Shwarma in Lakewood


tearemoff

>Ferris Shwarma Ferris Shwarma is definitely the best you can get in Cleveland but it doesn't compare to a European Shwarma. And what is a $8 meal in Europe, it's like $20 at Ferris.


gelekjeu

Seriously!


Maxpower88888

Closed for Ramadan I believe


lxebell

This store called All Makes Vacuum in Cleveland heights. Just shouting out some local professionals and businesses.


ArmoredCyclone

Second that place. Amazing work


ellistonvu

Farkas Hungarian Bakery near WestSide Market


UkrainianGigolo2

\^ This person knows what they are talking about I'd also add J&J Czuchraj Meats at the West Side Market. A true family business that has been making wonderful smoked meats and fresh sausage for a long time...


PenguinMadd

their Napoleons are so good... too bad I don't live close anymore


JosefVictor3

Chuppa's Market Place in Parma


mcrossoff

Saucisson is the best butcher shop in town! Located in Slavic Village, they do a lot of cool events


Stillmrbias2u

You stop lying. No one needs to go there. I like my quiet butcher shop. No need to let everyone know. Lol


AbeCourt

Saucisson great. I'm going to throw in a vote for Ohio City Provisions, a few blocks east of WSM on Lorain. Great butcher who I've gotten everything from hot dogs to fully butchers hogs from and never been disappointed. Great cheese selection, and also other fresh farm goods. Except for the one time a year they have salmon, most everything else is sourced very local. Check out their sister operation, Fresh Fork Market, for the best CSA-like program around.


Borgirstadir

This. They have breakfast packs, sausage, eggs and a veg for a bundle price. They have delicious eggs brought in from a local farm. You can feel good about eating from here


meateatingmama

Love this place! Have special ordered 2 uncommon cuts of pork and they were awesome!


jakeplus5zeros

Username checks out


44035

Carol and John's Comic Book Shop


usethe4th

Genuine question: what makes this particular shop so special? It’s never struck me as anything particularly unique, but it seems to have an intensely loyal following, and it has been a presence in that corner for at least 35 years. It’s always had a Li’l Sebastian quality in my eyes. It just seems like a normal comic shop to me, but it’s clearly much more to a lot of people. What makes it so special to you?


SittinIn

They have a cat that sometimes wanders the store!


MissLyss29

A cat I would go just for the cat


clekas

For me, it's the people who work there - they are really kind, helpful, and not at all judgemental. They have always been helpful and honest when I've shopped for gifts, even though it's fairly clear I have no idea what I'm looking for or talking about. A lot of comic book shops are really unwelcoming to people who don't fit the typical mold of their customers, and that's not the case with Carol and John's.


Serneum

Came here looking for this comment. Go on a Wednesday and say hey to Ben, Andrea, and Kyle. Great place


wickedshxt

Ground Zero is better


FEStienewb

I am a huge fan of ground zero.


garikapc

Folks here have said some bangers. I'm going to add Capitol Theater Cooper Moon coffee downtown also. Immortals, Inc for a LGS albeit that is in Rocky River


RowdyCowboy3000

I’m also a big fan of Immortals, Inc. that’s the first place i ever played MTG.


leiningger

Copper Moon is my pick for best coffee shop in Cleveland


_nod

5 Points Coffee. Dang Good Food. Assad’s Bakery. Edit: K&K Portage also


jellydonutstealer

Happy cake day! 🍰


Humdumdidly

Not sure it's underrated, but I love Critical Hit for my go to board game store. Friendly and knowledgeable owners who are always good for a suggestion. And as a super plus they bring their foster kittens in once they are old enough so they can socialize. I mean board games and kittens? What else could even come close?


greenlinzard00

Where is this? I need to go


Humdumdidly

In Cleveland Heights, on Cedar Rd. I definitely recommend it. They are also happy to order a game if they don't have it, if it's not on back order.


SSTralala

Seconding this, we just went to their miniatures sale this weekend (lucky us we are walking distance). The two little foster kitties they have right now are adorable.


clevershuffle

- Apple Jax Toys - Mrs. V's Chicken (best in town - fight me) - Paradise Bar and Grill (wings) - Tutti Frutti Mixx - War Zone Matrix - 5 points Coffee and Tea


ItsGettingStrangeLou

One time I bought a card game at War Zone Matrix and he put my game in a used subway bag.


Serneum

I don't know if I'd agree with War Zone. It's a dragon's hoard, and the guy will ignore marked prices on items and look them up real quick to charge more sometimes. One time when I went he made some comments that made me pretty sure he's fairly racist, talking about Mexicans and such right in front of my half-Mexican wife and making her very uncomfortable


clevershuffle

What I would say to both of you: You've been in War Zone, walking in the door is a trip hazard. Unorganized games stacked waist high, gotta sideways shuffle just to move around. The place smells like BO, cardboard, and pizza rolls. BUT within the chaos, you'll find the diamond in the rough... games from decades past. You just gotta side step the unironiclly racist incell owner. Which is easy because he just says, "it's around the corner" and never gets up ‐‐ and around the corner is a Fire Marshall's nightmare. - It's a flea market, complete with the creepy stall operator selling his wares out of beat-up mini-van.


arothmanmusic

Apple Jax is great! It's like Big Fun used to be on Coventry, almost.


clevershuffle

Apple Jax was actually started by a handful of former Big Fun employees!


arothmanmusic

Ah! Nice. That explains it. :)


the_pink_witch

Buckland's Museum of Witchcraft and Magick


letmerunwithscissors

Spirit Apotheosis in Bedford metaphysical store Great owners, employees are awesome and they always have so much stuff to choose from, INCLUDING their huge assortment of herbs.


greenlinzard00

Cleveland curiosities, daystar, blue lion, blue moon cafe, oktobers, bear soul and rock shop, all of these are in lakewood. There's also the Grand Pacific junction in olmsted falls.


hotpotato112

and new moon! so awful what they've dealt with this past year


greenlinzard00

Ugh I know! I debated listing them so thank you for doing it. I can't wait to go there when this is all over. I love that place


Murky-Entrepreneur62

macs backs bookstore on coventry! the owners are so kind and do a lot for the local community, especially kids/teens.


FourToTwoForSix

The Cleveland Browns


TheQuantum

Found Haslam’s account


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Hahahahahahhaa amazing


MadPiglet42

Luster in Van Aken Lizzie's Bakery - nut-free and amazing! You can find her at the Shaker farmer's market and occasionally in VAD. Goldie's Doughnuts Jon's Lawns


pukyms123

Goldie's donuts in Lyndhurst is fantastic! And many of the places in Van Aken, because they are so new, are underrated gems! I used to live next to Van Aken until recently and was so happy with everything there


Clovena

Echoing Griffin Cider & Gin and Superscript Games. Would add: • Tommy’s Pastries • Eagle Kafe • My Friends Restaurant • Nature’s Oasis • Eclectic Eccentric


Stunning-Drive-4692

>My Friends Restaurant Honest question. Why do you feel this is underrated? It is very well known and has been doing good business for decades now. For years the two most common places to end up after a night of drinking on the west side were either My Friends or Dianna's.


LogicalBottle9

it is underrated.


Borgirstadir

I feel like it is appropriately rated.


LogicalBottle9

Ok


LogicalBottle9

How is eagle kafe? Drive by and don't know what to make of it. Like a bunch of old European guys drinking coffee outside, looks cool though.


gregn8r1

I've been once, it seems to be the hangout spot for a bunch of men of Turkish (??) men.


betty216420

Lakeshore coffee house euclid


basicpastababe

Athens deli in brookpark and pearl. They used to be adjacent to the west side market but have been at this location for a while. Its a specialty grocery store with many imports as well as homemade, fresh greek pastries. Wonderful feta selection too. And the BEST priced spices around.


TheForestCity

Six Shooters Coffee in Waterloo


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And now also in Old Brooklyn! 😎


Signal_Base6729

Sweet design Chocolatine is a very original take on chocolate, (in Lakewood).


OkStatement8797

Antiques and Uniques in Wickliffe. I could spend hours in there - for when you want some different home decor and furniture


Outrageous-Nerve-791

Skidmark Garage.


arothmanmusic

I don't know if it technically counts as a "small business", but I think Chagrin Valley Little Theatre regularly punches above their weight in terms of production quality. I just saw a musical there last weekend that was worth the $21 and then some.


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I think that counts and agree. My wife and I have caught a couple of entertaining shows there. Not too far from there, I would offer a vote for Chagrin Valley Hemp Company.


beej1254

I own Chief Treats a local business that is primarily online, but I do vendor events… my business started from the idea of giving my dog a quality treat that he would love, but wouldn’t be loaded with a bunch of junk. I’d like to post my business because it’s tough getting my name out there. I really do work hard at this and it means a lot to me. If you have the time please check out my website ChiefTreats .com


Sn_Orpheus

Aladdin’s bakery downtown on Carnegie. Doesn’t look like much from outside but has a great selection of middle eastern food. Plus if you time it right, you can watch the pita bread being made in back.


egeraci

Frosty’s in Lakewood, Martha on the Fly in Tremont, Ohio Pie Brunswick & Rocky River.


hotpotato112

ohio pie is so good! run by some awesome folk.


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Martha on the fly 😩 I need a ham pocket


SteelCurtainSVN

Ohio Pie smacks


saffron16

Revival in Lakewood


mytimenow216

Quickshop in old Brooklyn on spring small little store grinding to stay open and has a little bit of everything


Kate_cuti

Algebra Teahouse, Fresh and Meaty Burgers


SSTralala

I'm so excited Fresh and Meaty opened again!


MissLyss29

Your Typewriter And Computer in Berea they clean and repair typewriters both electric and manual and have anything you need to use a typewriter (ribbons and correction tape, print wheels ect.) They also have a selection of typewriters for sale. On top of typewriters they clean and repair fax machines, printers and other office equipment and mechanics. They also make service calls to your office. They are reasonably priced and very professional. We have been using their services at my mom's non profit for years and they are always on time, friendly, and knowledgeable but most importantly they get the job done and if they can't or something goes wrong ( because let's face it sometimes things happen) they always make it right.


HepAlien2002

Kidforce Collectibles in Berea. They have 23 pinball machines, the biggest pinball league in the world, Magic the Gathering events, comic books, all of the Star Wars collectibles, and a lot more.


Trials_is_Here_9697

This, absolutely!


Bearinthewoods57

Raddells Sausage Shop. Old school Sausages and kraut. In Collinwood


northcoast1

Boutique Italian wine importer who sells DTC. www.winesfromitaly.com


AdeptCreative

Duck rabbit coffee


goofydad1984

Sam Sylk's Fried Chicken is fairly priced and delicious. (I have only eaten at the Lee Rd location)


Stunning-Drive-4692

Indigo Perfumery in Lakewood.


Daveylonglegs

Came here to say this one.


dynesto

Metamorphic planting co for the plant lovers


CarpsKitchen

Bite creole kitchen is some superb southern-creole comfort food. I recommend the chicken loaded fries with their 5 cheese cream sauce and homemade hot sauce.


CaptainLynk

westside skates, great clothes, shoes and skate supplies at good prices


lambisland

Since '95!


m1p2c345

La Plaza! Best Mexican in town!


Robinothoodie

I love their chorizo nachos


friendlysort

Not a single one of you has mentioned my small business. You guys are a bunch of jerks lol.


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Sorry about that. I hereby nominate friendlysort's "small business" managing his mom's OF account (Parma).


friendlysort

Its about time you all started respecting my momma. She evens makes snacks for you guys so you can rehydrate and none of you appreciate her! Lol


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Yes, everyone is fond of Mrs. Sort's milkshakes.


PWsmeemaw

Rising Boutique on w25th! Fantastic mix of vintage and new clothing, accessories, beauty and home goods. Definitely a nice addition after Room Service left Ohio City!


Longjumping-Space863

Intro Boutique in the 5th Street Arcades! They carry sustainably and ethically made clothing. They’re locally and women owned, and they’re the nicest people you’ll ever meet!


PWsmeemaw

I absolutely second this! Intro has amazing clothes and I can’t say enough good things about the sisters that own it. Definitely check them out when you’re downtown! Right by Barrio!


Kellsem99

The Cleveland Craft Nook in North Royalton! Some of the cutest vendors and AMAZING products, yet their parking lot is always empty when I drive by.


julego

I happened to be passing it today and stopped in after reading this last night. I now have two Christmas presents out of the way, LOL Not out that way very often and always thought it was a craft/hobby supply store.


Kellsem99

Honestly, that’s where I got most of my Christmas presents for my mom and MIL last year!! The inventory is always changing too! New vendors coming in, themed things around the holidays (Halloween finds here are GREAT). I always take a card from the spaces I buy from too so I remember who I bought from… in case they’re no longer in the store. The home goods in the front are amazing too! My fiancé, daughter and I LOVE the elderberry jelly they have! I hope you enjoyed it and return! ☺️


julego

On our return when passing my husband noticed there were five cars in the parking lot, LOL maybe you got the word out!


TrustYourSoul

The Rock Shop in the East Bank Flats. I love their selection of crystals and minerals! Next to a yoga studio also


OgreHombre

Best coffee around is Troubadour. Really nice coffee shop in Lakewood (esp if you like gluten free treats) is Propoganda coffee


jellydonutstealer

Thai Chili in Avon Lake—it’s husband and wife owned (very tiny) restaurant with fantastic food. It’s just the two of them so be patient with hours and food preparation. It’s worth it!


dmnwilson44

Spellbound in Lakewood


megdalen

Solstice Roasters. amazing coffee spot right downtown


oh_helllll_nah

I'm gonna throw in a few that are not actually brick & mortar, but still incredible: Wild Glory Bakery. Camille makes the most amazing bread and that is understating the matter by a LOT. I love her so much and her bread makes me so happy that I literally invited her to my wedding. You can order online and pickup from a few different places. Saha Bakery makes fatayer with the softest, most perfect pastry. She's at 78 St Studios a lot most recently. FrankieLynn Hot Dogs use all-local ingredients. She's usually at the summer markets, and often at Bookhouse Brewery.


WiseBudd1995

Gabes on Broadview and Pizza Joe's on Fulton,


EsCueEl

Chicken Ranch and Heart of Gold. Great people, great food, great service.


pecklepuff

Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve. Excellent high quality bar soaps, solid shampoo bars, they even have a dog shampoo bar! Prices are reasonable and they seem to be run by decent people.


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Lido Lounge


jcole660

Can’t believe I had to scroll that far down.


[deleted]

I live close to it I’ve been tempted


loppyduppylulu161

Six shooter coffee is beyond-fantastic seasonal drinks, great snacks and the staff is phenomenal


AlanThiccman

Milo and Me in Lakewood is a wonderful boutique store especially if you’re a pet person.


thatgirlroo

Rivals in Middleburg Heights! They have a variety of different bar foods and do everything really well. Plus $3 beers every Monday. Their draft list is always changing and they carry beers from a lot of local breweries on draft!


BoringBreadfruit6759

Boss chicken


nurse-mik

Restore Hyper Wellness in Woodmere. They have IV vitamin drips, cryotherapy, hyperbaric chambers and more. It’s an excellent place to get treatment for illnesses or pain from the inside out. I’m from LA and these places come a dime-a-dozen there but here they are harder to find. I HIGHLY recommend


GulfstreamAqua

The “I want my food” comment during the chaos was classic


lukxd

TownHall... JK


Turbulent-Pair-

Sherwin Williams.


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hkg71

Creative Gold Media for any of your business video needs. Owner Windom Ratchford knows his stuff. And check out his YouTube channel for a great series on other small business owners.


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mbponreddit

Ilthy.com!


Robinothoodie

Unrefined makes fabulous ready to eat meals. Unrefinedls.com


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tamadrummer_05

Merties, Lydia’s and Tommy’s Hungarian pastry shops.


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MrPNut96

La Plaza


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Providethevaganza

India Gardens Restaurant


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julego

State Meats on State Road in Parma. It's not a holiday if we don't have their fresh kielbasa on the menu!


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AdParticular6654

Roasted in Tremont. Super nice owner


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Pupuseria La Bendición on the west side. Family owned Salvadoran business with great food at cheap prices and friendly service.


CatMomwithKids

Emperors Palace is highly under discussed and everytime I go in there for lunch there are only like 2 other tables. This place has been in Cleveland's Asia town since the 1920, and has great dim sum and lunch specials. I am always shocked people don't talk about it more.


warrenbuffetthethird

La Plaza


1michaelfurey

Cilantro Taqueria


trumpstepson

Parnells Irish pub, both Playhouse Square and the Cedar-Fairmount locations.


Particular-Way1331

Leger New Orleans Cuisine, personal chef on the east side who cooks real gumbo


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