The Fairmount
2448 Fairmount Blvd, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44106
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Address :
2448 Fairmount Blvd
Cleveland Heights, OH, 44106 - Phone (216) 229-9463
- Website https://www.thefairmount.net
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Opening Hours
- Mon :4:00 pm - 2:00pm
- Mon : 4:00 pm - 2:00pm
Specialities
- Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Accepts Bitcoin : No
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Music : Background
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat
Coat Check : No
Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Has TV : Yes
Dogs Allowed : Yes
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Sohini G.
Huge fan of Fairmont! The cocktails are always well made and unique with an extensive list. (Mark--guy with curly red hair--makes the best ones!) Food menu is also pretty delicious with good pizza and tacos. Ambience is great both inside and outside. Huge downside is cost! Drinks and food r pricey and it is way too easy to build up a hefty bill. Otherwise I'd be here more often!
(4)Travis C.
VER-DIT-AS! If you can't drink the green then hit the red light and stop coming here. Drinks are prepared with care and the patio is the best on the east side. Food is all good enough as well. Super herby bruh, but still tasty. Happy hour is superb as well. An east side Cleveland spot to treasure.
(4)Chrishana B.
I went here expecting a mouthwatering pizza and instead ended up with a bland tasting pizza with what says grilled chicken on the menu and instead received what tasted and looked like shredded dark rotisserie chicken meat .AND THE SAUCE...let me tell you about the sauce, I asked the bartender how the WHITE SAUCE tasted and he said great, but when the dry pizza came out I saw no white sauce and when my dinner partner and I requested some WHITE SAUCE on the side, we saw what the issue was with the dryness, their WHITE SAUCE as they call it is actually a garlic butter sauce, which should be used for scampi or a scampi pizza not on pizza to be called a white sauce. The pizza had no taste whatsoever, it was just mainly texture. The service was lackluster as well, I ordered a Manhattan and shouldn't have because I felt like I had taken three straight shots, so when I politely asked the bartender for something sweeter and even pushed the drink to the edge of the bar, he walked past me for me than five minutes ignoring me and when we had asked for suggestions on the menu before ordering food, he instead offered only his opinion on drinks, as if we weren't looking at the food menu. He even went so far as to discuss us with another customer when we asked for additional pizza sauce because it was dry. Overall, the service was less impressive than expected and the food and its dull and dry tasting components left alot to be desired, just as the tip I left! I left with my pizza barely eaten and I gave it to my dog to let her eat when i got home and I heated up a Sam's club slice of pizza I had bought on a whim over the weekend, and it actually tasted better than the pizza here...which says a hell of a lot. Word of advice, never talk about your customers with another customer because they make a request then have a dryer personality than your food!
(2)Sharmeela S.
This is an adorable wine bar with great flat breads and fancier options than most bar food choices. The drink list is expansive and the food menu is diverse. The food is a bit pricey as my salad with chicken was $15. The grilled chicken was slightly over done but the Fairmount salad itself was delicious with almonds apples berries and brie.
(4)Sarah E.
I've been here on two occasions and while the drinks were okay, I was unimpressed with the food and the service. I've been here for happy hour, which is from 4-7pm M-F. They have "deals" on both food and drinks, which I felt were not that discounted (martinis are still $8... which I feel is a little pricey). The food was reasonably priced at happy hour, but still definitely not an awesome deal by any means, pizzas are $8.50 and some appetizers are $6. The quality of the food was even lower than these prices. I've had the pizza here, which is okay but not really unique. I also had the Fairmount fries, which are basically fries with bacon and cheese. They're also okay but not spectacular. Most recently I had the spring roll, which is basically a ton of blue cheese, some proscuttio and a little bit of apple fried in this huge spring roll wrapper and served with ranch dressing. This was 95% blue cheese and 5% other stuff, and it was wayyyy too much blue cheese flavor, even for a person who is okay with pungent cheeses. And it was so greasy. And it was served with freaking ranch dressing, just in case you didn't get enough white creamy fattening stuff already in the egg roll. I really didn't like this dish (as you can probably tell) and this was one of the rare times in my life that I didn't finish restaurant food because I didn't like it. Also, the service was really slow both times I've been here. To be fair, it's been with a larger sized group and during happy hour both times, but I still think that they should be able to attend to their guests even under these circumstances. For example, it took 45 min or longer to get our food, and then another 45 min to get the bills. I also waited for 15 min or so to get refills on water after we ran out. Finally, they forgot one of the dishes I ordered, although they got it out to me quickly once I let them know about it. Overall, there are better happy hours in Cleveland both food-wise, deal-wise, and service-wise.
(2)Jacqueline P.
Okay, prepare yourself for the ugly truth! I hosted a party at the Fairmount in June and after carefully planning it out, it was a success. The venue was ideal for free parking, quaint Inside and outside seating and easy to reach and find. The cocktails were well made and most of the food was well prepared. Now, on another note..major issues! STOLEN FOOD, written contract NOT abided and not ONE SINGLE APOLOGY!!! Jake, the owner, changed my menu because he felt it was better suited for my guests, although the changes he made worked against me. I wanted sliders. He substituted a pasta dish and a chicken-veggie dish because he thought the sliders would dry out. Guess what? The pasta dried out and the veggies with the chicken ended up completely over cooked. He also added roasted Brussels sprouts and not only do the majority of folks not like them, but mine didn't either. Mistake to add them. Now as if that was not enough, our contract stipulated that all leftover food would boxed for me to take. The staff chose to box the food, place on an unattended table and two individuals (NOT A PART OF MY PAYING PARTY) , walked off with my food! LITERALLY!!! When I questioned the staff, I was told that it "sitting on the table", however, they were to box it for ME, not any fool who saw it and walked up to help themselves. Unbelievable! To make matters worse, NO apology or acceptance of the FAILURE to follow directions. When I brought it to the attention of Jake and his Mother, Jayne the following day...still no apology or consideration for the derelict of duty by the staff. I would never, ever return to this establishment or recommend it for a large, expensive (btw) private party. Just can't trust 'em!!!
(2)Samuel F.
Ended up hanging out here with a large (and ever-expanding) group on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. People enjoyed the appetizers (Brussels sprouts, pretzel bites, and fries), cocktails (rum toddy, moscow mule, negroni), liquor (Laphroaig, (somewhat surprisingly) Fernet), and beer. Our group convened around a table, and then decamped to the seating in front of the fireplace to continue our evening. Really lovely. They have a little indoor herb garden that's pretty and provides fresh herbs for many of their dishes. Liked the decor and service in general. Nice place.
(4)Amanda B.
I'm a simple girl: give me a strong, well-made cocktail and some grilled bread with cheese on it, and I'm set for life. On the east side, the Fairmount is the place for quality tipples and fresh, flavorful drunk food. They also have a couple dozen bottled beers and usually a decent draft selection. The place isn't that big, so it gets pretty cozy in the evenings. Even when we've come on weeknights we've had to stand around awhile before seats opened up at the bar. I kind of wish they would take out the whole living room get-up around the fireplace to make room for more actual tables but I guess it adds to the intimate ambiance. The patio in the back is the place to be in the summer - there's a separate bar out there too. Ok but who cares about that stuff? People come here for the drinks, and they should. Their catalog of a drink menu is organized by type of booze, so you can head straight to the promise land of gin and whiskey, without wasting one second on boring vodka drinks (sorry Russia). They do the classics - Palomas, Sidecards, Aviations - but Fairmount also offers some pretty exciting twists like the Tobacco syrup cocktail and the spiced pear Collins. Almost everything falls in the $8-$10 range, which is a steal compared to other cocktail lounges that somehow get away with charging $12-$15 - or even $18 - for the exact same thing. And props to Fairmount for actually listing the drink prices on their menu, I hate having to feel like a cheap-ass and ask. Nothing ruins a good buzz like getting your bar tab and realizing you spent $15 on one pour of mid-range liquor. We also had our rehearsal dinner here out on their patio last summer, and it was definitely a success! They really knocked it out of the park with the food and service for our group. Peppadew poppers were a huge hit, and I think they have these on their regular menu. It seems that they've expanded their food offerings since we've been there, but I've had several of the flat breads and they are the perfect accompaniment to the drinks.
(5)Roxanne O.
Great patio and even better drinks! I'm a Moscow Mule snob, and I have to say that the made in-house ginger beer makes my favorite drink so much better. Lots of interesting menu options. I was able to veganize some tacos by asking to get them without cheese and they were pretty good. The grilled Brussels sprouts, though...if you can't "do" dairy, I'd just skip them. The butter sauce they normally come in must make them taste more like Brussles sprouts and less like burnt tires, like the ones I got. Definitely worth cehcking out for a coktail or a nice meal outside.
(4)Caroline P.
I mean who doesn't love the fairmont. Best outdoor patio ever. Fantastic drinks (Moscow mule). Great happy hour. Some top food hits include: chicken and waffle sliders, Asian nachos, quesadilla. Overall such a great spot to have in the neighborhood
(4)Cara L.
The Food and The Drinks= Wow. I just tried this place for the first time last night and now I am disappointed that I have never been here before. I love the quaint feeling you get when you walk in and by 6pm the place was crowded and the vibe was perfect. It wasn't too loud but you could tell everyone was enjoying the place. Check out the Happy Hour menu (M-F 4pm-7pm)! Martinis and Wines are $6.50, Domestics are $3, Pizzas are $6.50 and they have a ton other food items that are priced amazingly. I started off with the Naked Cosmo (white cranberry juice instead of regular). I actually sipped this martini slow because it was so delicious! My sister and I each ordered a pizza. I ordered the Apple Crisp Pizza while my sister ordered the Caramelized Onion Pizza. The bartender was awesome and modified our order by putting different cheeses on only half of each pizza. I don't care for goat cheese and my sister doesn't care for blue cheese. The bartender offered this suggestion of half and half like it was no big deal for the kitchen. How refreshing! Someone who isn't annoyed by modifications. Both pizzas were amazing! I didn't want to stop eating them, however, I did have leftovers so that I could order the Chocolate Covered Maple Bacon dessert. Wow! What a treat. It is served with vanilla ice cream that is drizzled with chocolate sauce. I will be back soon to check out other menu items!
(5)Lindsay H.
A good place a grab a beer with friends. It's casual but not divey and they have a great selection of beers. The back patio is a nice little gem for a sunny afternoon or a nice summer evening.
(3)Natalie P.
How have I been blind to The Fairmount when it has been just a hop-skip away from Dave's Supermarket? I enjoy an establishment that has multiple options for seating, makes me feel like I have a butler, serving me amazing food in the comfort of my home. I came here on a Saturday night with a few friends and was pleasantly surprised by the casual feel. We sat at the bar for a while waiting for the rest of our party, then casually made our way to the couches in front of the fire, before eventually snagging a few tables and pushing them together (felt like the progression of a relationship...sped up hah). - Drinks: They boast an expansive menu with lots of interesting and fun cocktails. I was tempted to try the infamous La Verdita or La Rojodita, but alas fell for the Ramos Gin Fizz instead. As far as fizzes go, this was one of the best I've had. I've recently discovered the versatility of gin, and this drink wastes no time in proving that point. It was refreshing, light, and slightly tangy. The best part was the miniscule amount of spicy aftertaste, that surprises and satisfies. - Food: Portion sizes are very generous! Our table was a smorgasbord of good choices: pulled pork tacos, chorizo tacos, bruschetta, grilled steak quesadilla, and brussel sprouts. I had the chorizo tacos, and they were scrumptious. The hard shells were tasty and substantial with a perfect amount of stuffing so that they were filling without being overly messy. Also the dipping sauce on the side was a great flavor combination. - Service: It could be better. We did have to wait a while before our waiter took our food orders. However, when he did manage to come around, he was courteous and informative. Overall great experience. I will be back for you tequila shots!
(4)Shayla G.
While I love this place--their chicken and waffle sliders are probably one of the best things I've ever put in my mouth--the drinks are a little inconsistent based on who the bartender is and I prefer there to be a little more consistency across the board. If I get a cocktail and like it, I don't want to come back and have the same cocktail taste completely different just because it's a different bartender, especially when it's one of their signature cocktails. That being said they have some really good drinks. The flatbreads are delicious and the ambiance is nice if you can get a seat away from the door (the cold air does not make for a cozy night out). The fireplace and couches are great, but on the weekends it can get pretty crowded. All in all its one of my go to's because the atmosphere is really great and the food is great. Plus the happy hour.
(4)Samantha B.
In the neighborhood and felt like a nightcap. The boyfriend suggested The Fairmount. Found seats at the bar and proceeded to peruse the menu. Right away I was drawn to Ramos Gin Fizz. I am obsessed with Gin Fizz or any cocktail prepared with egg whites really. If you haven't had one don't be scared and order one next time. I'm glad I did. It was one of the most delicious cocktails I have had in awhile. I will definitely be back for more, especially when I saw "Chicken Waffle Sliders" on the menu.....whhhhhaaaaaat? Also they have happy hour until 7 and the menu didn't look too chintzy
(4)Kamal K.
You might find yourself wondering what a fresh and superbly crafted drink tastes like. Well, a combination of friendly service and natural ingredients, you might find yourself at The Fairmount. Carefully executed drinks and food are what you'll find here. The food is a variety of small plates to entrees consisting of all types of flavors. The refinement at The Fairmount is welcoming to all palates of taste and the atmosphere is romantic but relaxed. The patio during the warm summer months is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and sip on an ice cold fiz. Signature cocktails and fantastic specials give even the critics a challenge. The Fairmount is the hot spot in Cleveland Heights and with the such a great staff, you'd be foolish to not check it out.
(5)Nadia G.
A couple Fridays ago I went to Fairmont Wine & Bar for Happy Hour. I absolutely loved it!!! The drinks were awesome and the grilled chicken pizza was amazing!!! Plus it was half off for happy hour which made it even better. The service was excellent, the staff was very friendly and efficient. I'll definitely be a returning customer.
(5)Lara Z.
So being new to the Heights area; a couple months ago my boyfriend and I decided to stop in at The Fairmount. Now let me just tell you; the drinks here are so delicious you won't know what to do with yourself. They make their ginger beer in house, and they also have many other infused liquors to adhere to any pallet. My first time in here I got a John Daly. Which is an alcoholic version of an Arnold Palmer. And I was not disappointed. And the next few times we went I kept getting more adventurous. With such an extensive menu; and really awesome bartenders you simply cannot go wrong with any drink. List of drinks that I have tried; John Daly. Mezcel mule. Champagne cocktail. French 75. The blackbird. The Sedona. Let me just tell you something about The Sedona. It's amazing. A drink that combines pretty much everything I love. If you love good cocktails; I would say get this one first. The atmosphere is amazing. The patio is awesome. The service is amazing. Go here for sure. You won't be disappointed.
(5)Stephen H.
I really like the Fairmount a lot. The patio during summertime is truly unique. They have an indoor herb garden. This concoction called ginger beer is not really beer at all. In fact its loaded with vodka and will knock you on your arse in a heartbeat. Very delicious. I asked if there's was beer in it and the bartender gave me a smartass answer saying no we don't ferment anything here. The house made sangria is a lame combination of Cabernet and fruit...... not at all how to make Sangria. The Martini menu is expansive and totally unique. They have an extensive list of appetizers and tapas. Go for the experience.
(3)Amber S.
Service was impeccable. My husband and I walked in on a Friday night and this place was packed. Enormous groups everywhere, but there wasn't one time that I had to look my for waiter. He was always there to take an additional drink order, bring more water. ect. We had the chicken and waffle sliders and the chorizo tacos- enjoyed both. Waffles had a soft fluffy texture that I liked and chicken breast was freshly fried and flavorful. Drink menu is expansive, but they are bit expensive for the little bit of alcohol that you get. I barely drink and many of my drinks tasted just like juice. So I had to deduct one star for that.
(4)Kelly O.
Went here for friends birthday - good low key spot tower up with people. Not too crowded, fire place with fire going, and great patio when weather permits. They have food that I didn't try, but looked good. Decent amount of microbrews on tap, everyone seemed happy with the choice of venue.
(3)Kaitlin D.
Alas, I must update my review in all positive ways. First, the drinks. The drinks are all fantastic. I have some standbys that I love to get (Hemingway Daiquiri, dirty martini, New Brown Derby) and they are always delicious, but I decided to branch out recently and wasn't disappointed either! The Island Cocktail is fantastic and the Fairmount Caipirinha was rummy, fruity and perfect! Next, the food. I've had quesadillas, burgers, and pizzas here. All are tasty and very difficult to choose from. The apple pizza is definitely a unique taste as well as the caramelized onion one, and while the BBQ chicken was fantastic, the pesto scallop combo takes the cake hands down. The service is always pretty good when we can get a bar seat. But, sometimes, the whole place packs tight (on a Wednesday night?) and you'll have to wait a significant amount of time for drinks and just to be able to place an order. This is difficult and I can see how a first timer might get impatient, but trust me, it's worth it. If you do sit at the bar, it seems it's a little easier to escape the poor acoustics, but otherwise, it gets really loud in there really fast, so be prepared to just observe for a bit. The staff itself is great and everyone really knows what they're doing as far as I can tell. I've never had any issues and it's great to chat with them on slow nights--drink experimenting is always fun! Worht mentioning is the patio outside. Once they open it up, they serve from another bar out there as well. They also have heaters outside for chillier nights, which makes it easier to escape the volume inside. Overall, I really like the Fairmount. We've had our ups and downs, but it was a relationship worth giving another chance. So, go! Have a cocktail, eat some pizza and enjoy!
(5)Michael's P.
Trivia night is always a blast at the Fairmount
(5)Matt S.
I've returned several times in the past 6 months. The food, drink, and service have been so consistent that I need to bump my review from 4 to 5 stars.
(5)Chris C.
Dark and stormies made with freshly made ginger beer made from scratch. I should stop there. But I won't, because this is one of my favorite bars in Cleveland. If you're looking for $2 PBR, this isn't your scene (try the Jolly Scholar instead) but if you crave unique cocktails made from juices and liquors made on site, you need to come here. I already mentioned my first recommendation: the dark and stormy, with a bolder taste than you've ever experienced before because of the pounds of ginger they mince and let soak in their mix. The second must-try: the verdita and its sister, the "rojo-dita." It's a combination of a shot of jalapeno (or jabanero, if red) infused tequila with a chaser of a cilantro/mint/jalapeno/pineapple juice. This is a unique Mexican recipe served at various parts of the world, but done right in house at the Fairmount with shockingly fresh ingredients. This drink has taken the neighborhood by such a storm that some other Cleveland Heights bars have begun to offer their own imitations. The patio is a must-visit. It's one of the best in the metro area, to be sure.
(5)Youssef S.
My everyday spot. Feels like home. The staff are friendly and they get to know what you usually order after being there for few times. Outside patio is awesome
(5)Scott K.
This swanky little place is just the best. I can't believe I didn't discover it until August of this year. It's right around the corner from the Alcazar, a nice little bed and breakfast where I normally stay when I'm in Cleveland. This place serves the best mojitos I've had outside of Cuba, where I did my service learning project as a senior (or should I say señor- LOL) at Oberlin College. The mint tastes like it was just grown and picked off at the peak of freshness, and I have no idea how they get limes this flavorful all the way in Cleveland! The neighborhood is an eclectic mix of upscale restaurants and housing- for a real treat, take a stroll up Fairmount Boulevard and see why all of Cleveland Heights's elite come here to unwind. This place might as well be a professional playground.
(5)Lama B.
All in all I've been to the Fairmount Martini bar a few times, and each time I've had an awesome time. The beer selection is quite vast, and their martinis are top notch. The last time I was there I had the evening special which was a delicious concoction made of whiskey and beer. I had two, and really, I didn't find the drinks weak at all. We ordered food, and boy was I glad we did. The pork tacos, which my homie Yana raved about, were delicious, and the ribs hit the spot. I really enjoyed sitting outside by the heaters, taking in the last of the mild evenings. The ambiance was awesome, and the fact that the patio is doggie friendly made my night. Totally come here, drink eat, be merry.
(4)Funglin W.
Hello Fairmount. You exist less than a mile away from me, but how come we never met until just a week ago? Where have you been?! Came here for happy hour and was highly impressed. Happy Hour menus are about $5-7 for food and $7-$9 for drinks. Atmosphere (4): Loved it! The outdoor patio is is a pretty enclosed area that makes you feel apart from the rest of the world. My friends and I came here for HH and it was just a very gorgeous patio and great place to wine and chat. Cucumber Fizz Drink (5): I've been pretty addicted to any drinks with cucumber in it, and I must say Fairmount sure makes it well! It has a bit of vodka in it but the cucumber flavor goes so well with the vodka that it's a very smooth and refreshing drink during the summer. Jambalaya Pizza (3): Maybe I was expecting this pizza to taste just like jambalaya so when it didn't, it was a bit disappointing? Sea Scallop and Pesto Pizza (4): Baby scallops and some pesto sauce, what could go wrong? Apple Crisp Pizza (4): Surprisingly, delicious and refreshing! Not a bad choice!
(4)Jesse P.
I never wanted to be a regular at a bar. But this place.. It's almost addicting. The patio is so warm and comforting; it's private and like a whole other world. Now that it's cold, the inside is even cozier, with the couch and the fireplace, and the general atmosphere. The bartenders are all friendly and you just want to be their friend. The owner is a great guy and super chill! This place is like home.
(5)J K.
Went to the Fairmount for the first time. We parked & went to the front entrance which was closed & we were directed to use the back entrance where we originally parked. A bit annoying, but whatever. We were seated on the patio, which is nice. Our server was fantastic, but all in all, the prices are way inflated for what you get. The prosciutto wrapped asparagus was almost inedible. The asparagus was almost raw, & it was a total salt bomb above & beyond the natural saltiness of the meat. The corn & sweet potato fritters were fried balls of sweet potato with some corn thrown in. They just weren't anything special. My husband enjoyed the grilled cheese he had. The patio seemed to also be filled with some really obnoxious people. Again, our server was great, but beyond that, unless we stop in for a cocktail, we won't be back. There's just better options. We should have gone to Vero....
(2)Shelli S.
Very disappointed. We were told the food was good. But we never had a chance to try it. However, we SAW food. And it looked ok. Friday night: Looking for a place to grab a Happy Hour special for food and drink, my friend and I headed to Fairmount expecting great food, drinks and atmosphere based on recommendations from others. Upon entry, we noticed it was LOUD. VERY LOUD. Not something I would expect from a "Martini & Wine Bar". We also noticed that there were (2) empty tables in spaces that could easily accommodate another few tables or two. The front setup was just very strange. The space seemed that it could have been utilized much better. We wanted to sit more towards the back, however many sections were reserved (and mind you, there are not many sections to begin with). There was a table that we could easily move to the other side of the pillar (why was it under a shelf???) and we flagged down a server (yes, we had to flag one down) and asked if we could. He looked annoyed that we had tapped him on the shoulder, and then stated he would ask another. It took a while for the other to return to us to advise that it would not be good because of a group of 20 coming in for the reserved spot. He suggested we wait for the ladies in the corner to pay the bill as they just asked for it. We decided that we would rather take the table in the front, out in the middle of. Well. The "space". Mind you, he made no offering of taking a drink order. When we were seated, he did not return. Nor did any other server. I had to find a menu (laying on the bar) and then flag him down to put an order in before the Happy Hour time was up. It was NOT that busy at 6:50pm, mind you. We were noticing something too...people who were seated without food, looked annoyed. We also noticed that their food FINALLY came a long while later. But anyhow. We ordered a drink...and it took a while. And these were just draft beers (which, were WAY OVER PRICED for a Happy Hour. $5.5 for a GLBC Xmas Ale? I am afraid to ask what normal hour pricing is...) After spending nearly 10 minutes waiting for the drinks, and then waiting another 10 for the server to return...we decided to just ask for our check. The food didn't look that worth it. We couldn't hear each other without yelling and the folks who FINALLY received their food in the corner didn't look all that thrilled. Hey Fairmount? It might be best to decide whether you want to be a Wine Bar, or a college sports bar that serves expensive drinks and small plates. Wait...I believe you have decided. As we have decided that it won't be worth a return.
(1)Mike R.
I have a feeling this place is quickly becoming the Gen X/Millenial version of Nighttown a block or two away. The crowd is young and hip. Lots of younger musicians strolling in around 9pm and up after rehearsals or concerts. And when I say musicians, I am talking about CIM or the Cleveland Orchestra. I am not a big drinker, but the drink menu is renowned, great beer selection, and a nicely priced wine list (with the emphasis on 'nicely priced'). Oh, and the food.... nothing sexy but goes well with the food. Crab cakes and brussel sprouts are well prepared, and the tacos come in all varieties. My wife's favorite is the shrimp taco which is bursting at the seams with shrimp....... and you get three of these babies...so easy to split some of these among a group. Service is friendly and spot on. The only downside, is it can get a tad noisy, but overall, a great spot to end a long day on a cold day.
(4)Jen M.
You know those bars you go to and when you get there you think, "Why don't I come here more frequently?" Yep, I think that when I go to the Fairmount. This place has one of the best patios. Period. Great service. Select foods and wines are 1/2 price during happy hour. Just go. Plenty of parking in the back.
(4)Anne K.
The Framboise Bellini was amazing and the carmelized onion pizza hit the spot, though it did take a while to get to us. . .
(4)Alexander B.
I like this place. Don't miss the patio in back, if the weather is nice. The pizzas are tasty. Wish it had a better beer selection. Their two drafts are always interesting, though. The cocktails are crazy expensive for being middle-of-the-road. For two dollars more, you can have a cocktail at Velvet Tango. The one cocktail that is well worth it for the taste and the novelty is something that might be called a tequilla with pineapple chaser. It involves some pineapple juice, lots of cilantro and jalapeno infused everything. Damn good, and fun at the same time.
(3)Jessi N.
Highly recommend Fairmount happy hour and patio. I come here pretty often with my girlfriends--if we want a quick drink to catch up or to drink away a bad day =) If you come for HH, it's $5 pizzas and half off martini's. The pizzas are pretty damn good. For drinks, I recommend the Dark and Stormy (rum and ginger beer-so delicious and strong), Moscow Mule, Blackbird (their berry compote is to die for), La Verdita (if you're feeling adventurous and love you some spice), and if you're jonesing for something girly the Chocolate Martini. They also have a lot of good wine and beer options (Christmas ale!). Servers are pretty attentive and friendly, although sometimes if it's busy service can get pretty slow. I recommend just going up to the bar in those cases. The patio is a must if it's nice out!
(4)Mike K.
I've been to this bar a few times---and never been impressed by any of them. The beers are good, but very over-priced. I've heard the cocktails are good, but I'm not willing to wait 15 min to get the bartender's attention to find out. (Please note, the long wait time is not because they are busy.) The food lacks imagination and is mostly bar fare---pizzas, etc. The patio is nice but, if the wind is blowing the wrong way, it might smell eerily similar to the dumpster right next to it. The location is probably the best part and I find myself there only because I have several friends in the area, and they enjoy going to a bar that they can walk to.
(2)Courtney M.
Limited food selection but the drink menu is great!
(3)Kiki T.
I live in the area so I've been to this bar a few times. I like the atmosphere, but the people who work there are a bit rude. The last time I went, they added tip to my single drink order and failed to mention that they had done so after I left them cash tip at the bar - same guy who ran my card/put in the order took the cash. I didn't feel the service merited a $3 tip for a $7 drink. Unfortunately, this wasn't the first time I've had trouble with the service here.
(2)Matthew L.
Great service, reasonable prices, good wine list (try the awesome Evolution #9 white by the glass). I didn't go out there but apparently there is an outdoor area out the back. Great decor, cute bartenders and a good time to be had by the diverse clientele... from jocks to yuppies.
(5)Ska C.
This place is probably better known for its bar and drinks, because they serve possibly the worst food I've had at a restaurant. Their cheese board is loaded with cheese, but the variety and quality leave it far from elegant or impressive. We merely tasted each one and left the rest untouched. There were also 1/2-inch thick slices of some kind of tasteless dried meat on the board that were stringy and literally as tough as shoe leather. It cannot be considered food. We tried to eat it, but had to spit it out. My companions found their sandwiches to be adequate, but my fish sandwich was not. The breading on the very thin and small filets was thick, hard and flavorless. The big pile of fries was cold. After taking only a few difficult bites of the sandwich, I gave up. The drinks were the best things we had. The service was very good, and the outdoor patio is actually quite nice. They had several heaters running for patrons' comfort, but for dining, they should also provide adequate lighting. We could barely see our food, and we had to pull out our phones to shine light on the menus. We were surprised that smoking was allowed, at least on the patio. As non-smokers, we found the smoke to be unpleasant. I would not recommend this place for dining, but people like their drinks.
(3)Alicia B.
Yes. This place is fantastic. We just happened to stop in during our search for an apartment in the area and we were definitely very happy that we did. The drink menu is great - a lot of old school classics. My favorite was one called the Floridita Especial - a delicious blend of rye whiskey and other flavors that may be one of my favorite drinks ever. We had a few things on the menu to eat, as well - a cheese plate, shrimp cocktail - and they were all very good. It wasn't a super busy night, but the vibe was just right and the service was perfect! We will definitely be visiting again.
(5)Allison K.
I enjoyed the veggie quesadilla which I thought was a GENEROUS serving. and the house white and red wines are also yummy and generous in size. My better half however was dissapointed with the cost for the quality. well, too bad for him I guess since we paid separately.
(4)Phuong D.
Their drinks are a little pricey but are very good. I recommend getting any drinks with ginger beer which they make themselves! They also have homemade coffee-infused vodka which they use in the White Russians. If you like tequila and spicy things, try La Verdita or La Rojodita. They come with a double shot of jalapeno-infused tequila and a double shot of spicy chaser! Check out their happy hour (weekdays from 5-7pm). They've recently updated the menu to include appetizers and added more drinks at the happy hour price. Their martinis are on strong and delicious! The patio is perfect to enjoy the beautiful weather. The staff is super friendly and talkative. They're a fun bunch that can make some darn good drinks!
(5)Jim H.
Many of the reviews of this place are old. I'm told The Fairmount has changed a lot in the last few years (for example, their cocktail list has expanded greatly). So keep that in mind when looking at reviews. This is by far my favorite place to drink on the east side. The beer and wine selection is decent, nothing amazing, but you should be ordering one of the cocktails. They have a huge cocktail list, all of which is good (although I stick mostly to the gin and whiskey sections - I don't often drink rum and tequila and never drink vodka), and the bartenders are often willing to concoct a drink if you give them parameters, even if those parameters merely set a mood, as a friend of mine is fond of doing. Their ingredients - that is, bitters, ginger beer, tonic water, etc - are all house-made and they have a good selection of liquor (never have I seen so much good gin in one place in this region!). The drinks are somewhat pricey, but not inordinately so, and they're pretty much in line with the low end of the cocktail prices I got used to living in New York City. Their food is generally good, but a bit pricey for what it is. I'd recommend eating dinner elsewhere and going to The Fairmount for drinks and possibly appetizers. The atmosphere is good, but the place can get crowded on the weekends (I once walked in on a Saturday night to find nearly the entire Cleveland Orchestra there, along with others). There's a nice outdoor patio when the weather is good, and there's ample free(!) parking in back (hard to find in Cleveland Heights). Staff is generally courteous, although you may end up waiting a little bit if it's a busy night. In short, if you like cocktails, get in here. If you just want beer or food, perhaps you should look elsewhere.
(5)Huei C.
I went there with bunch of friends on a Wednesday happy hour. Ordered Rasberry Martini which is pretty good. I enjoyed it . But I have to say the service is not quite good. It's quite busy but they only have 2 servers. We asked for water and it never came until 2 hours later (we reminded the waitress). The outdoor patio is nice. My friends ordered some pizza with great price
(3)Emily P.
Overall a very solid bar, with great drinks and a good kitchen. They have seasonal drink menus, which are fun to try one or two. I've heard it called a hipster bar, or uppity, but I find it to be a great go-to bar for meeting up with friends or lovers. The back patio is fantastic in the summer, and they have a cozy fireplace inside for the winter!
(4)Shankar B.
Great service! Mark over here makes one of the best boston whiskey sour i have every had and a great memory for names too. Prices are a little bit on the higher side but totally worth it.
(5)Amy T.
I once attended a "discussion group" that regularly met at this location. Odd experience. I think I was the only person there not divorced. This place is chill and good for when you want to have a grown-up evening out.
(4)Rich S.
Very comfortable patio with a great drink menu. Although nothing in particular is necessarily exceptional, overall it's a nice place for a pleasant night.
(4)Allyson W.
The Fairmount is decent enough, although probably the only reason I really go there is because it was in walking distance from my house and therefore a good place to go if I don't want to worry about designated drivers. I like their wine selection, and they have an extensive and fun cocktail list. However, I'm a beer snob, and while they have some interesting choices, their beer list is fairly weak. There are other wine bars in the area with better beer selection, and even some less-classy regular bars that have a wider variety of rare beer finds. So beer fanatics beware! Also, I don't think the food is particularly worth it. It's very expensive, and there's not a lot to it. Their cheese platter is one of the most boring I have ever seen. Like I said with the beer, there are other places in the area with better offerings for a similar (or lower) price. While The Fairmount has a friendly, cozy atmosphere, it's largely mediocre. If you're in a position to spend the kind of money they charge, I recommend you look elsewhere.
(3)Jenn G.
I go to the Fairmount fairly often, but only out of convenience. It is within walking distance of my apartment so if my roommate and I want to grab a quick drink this is where we tend to go. However, I am moving to Lakewood in a few weeks and I wouldn't say it is worth the drive. They have a pretty good Martini, Wine, and Beer list, better than most places located on the east side. However, they can be pretty expensive, so I usually limit myself to two dirty vodka martinis which is already over $20. The food is okay, I wouldn't recommend going here for dinner, but a light appetizer for happy hour instead. They do have a happy hour with martinis around $6 which is definitely worth it. The patio is nice when it gets warmer out and there tends to be a lot of people out there. However, the one night only the patio was open (they didn't have anyone working inside), so if you are not a fan of outdoor drinking/eating, you may want to reconsider going here if that is the case. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable about every drink they have on their menu. They make decent recommendations with the wine, sometimes I have been a little disappointed.
(4)Nicole K.
The Fairmount has its place. It's pricey, but the drinks can be outstanding. The pizza's are good. The staff is mostly cool!
(4)Sunday G.
I can't get myself above a 2 maybe 2.5 but I just can't. Here's the deal, it's a cool little space dimly lit and decent amount of seating space. He bad thing is the coziness of the room dissipates within the the freezing cold temperature of the space. I understand that it has to be kinda a certain temperature for people to be comfortable but I still think the temperature needed to be addressed. There is a fireplace for F's sake. Make us feel cozy. So beside the off putting temperature the waiter that they had was super pushy. He was there a lot and really pushin the drinks. You know that feeling of being interrupted? Well he did it over and over. Again, not cozy. The margaritas were alright and it took a lot for me to get anywhere on the buzz factor and that isn't the case usually AT ALL. Maybe another night the heating will work and the waiter will have more to do.
(2)Connie L.
The Fairmount isn't the first place I'd go if I had my choice of bar, but it's never done me wrong. The place is dark, relatively quiet, and fine for a date or group outing. Some of my observations: * Best thing about this place is the patio out in the back. There's a separate bar and a number of tables. Smoking is allowed here. * Decent selection of wines and beers * Food isn't outstanding, but fine if you're just looking for a nibble * There's a menu of 15 martini drinks that range from fruity to chocolatey to spicy that are just far too sweet and alcoholic for me. It's just not my style. But my friend likes the Espresso Martini.
(3)Michael S.
This place would do well in any city other than Cleveland. What is it with this town?!
(4)Kimberly K.
a friend was moving to nyc. so we had her goodbye get together here. i know it's a martini bar, but i didn't feel like ordering a martini. i ask our server for a whiskey and ginger. he asks "what kind of whiskey?" i respond "what do you have?" he responds "jack daniels is whiskey?" um..... WHAT? maybe i misheard him. i must have misheard him. i was there a few years ago during the winter, and it was a great warm cozy place to sit by the fire and drink martinis. in the summer they have a great patio out back to enjoy the warm breeze. but stick with the martinis.
(2)Joseph F.
Y'know, I watch Sex and the City pretty often, and it always seems like the girls are going to swanky new bars all around NYC. When I first entered The Fairmount, I felt that it had the potential to be one of the "new swanky bars in Cleveland". Things like that are what keep young folks in Cleveland and encourage them to socialize, so I'm happy when one opens up and does well. It was a Friday night, and the place was packed--so packed that we actually had to go somewhere else actually--and the clientele looked young and well-to-do. I was really disappointed when we had to leave and go someplace else. A month or so later, we returned on a weeknight for some drinks. I had a beer and my wife had a mixed drink. Maybe my hopes were too high, but I was really disappointed afterwards. First of all, there is truly a paucity of seating at this place. Worse yet, the few chairs that are there are not very comfortable. Maybe I'm just a glutton, but if I were running any type of operation in which my goal was to get customers to sit as long as they can and buy more and more drinks, I would get the most comfortable chairs known to man (and woman!). Secondly, the lighting level of the place borders on being too dim. Thirdly, the quality of the mixed drinks doesn't measure up to the high price either. Lastly--and if you don't like sports, you can skip right to the next paragraph--the TV's were pretty small and I think they were only meant to be seen by the folks at the bar...meaning that those of us who don't sit there yet still care about catching a game need to bring a telescope to see what's going on. Maybe sitting outside would make it better? I dunno. We went before it was nice enough to sit outside... I would go here again, but it sure wouldn't be my first pick to grab drinks at night. Jimmy O'Neal's on Lee Road, The Winking Lizard in Coventry, or even Jillian's across the street would be higher on my list.
(3)James C.
Solid, local place to meet up with friends.
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