Whitey’s
3600 Brecksville Rd, Richfield, OH, 44286
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Address :
3600 Brecksville Rd
Richfield, OH, 44286 - Phone (330) 659-3600
- Website https://www.whiteyschili.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :3:00 pm - 2:3
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good For : Dinner, Late Night
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Loud
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Drive-Thru : No
Caters : No
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Burgers
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Scot W.
Terrible ,if you want to spend the night in the bathroom this place is a great choice for dinner . Food is extremely greasy . Service is slow at best . The decor beyond a need for a update . The only thing I can't figure out is why it's so busy . I would avoid
(1)Megan T.
This is our first time coming here. We had heard for years how amazing the burgers and chili are and the busy parking lot gave us high hopes. Our first impressions haven't been good. It's cash only but these aren't the cheapest burgers ($8-11.50) and they don't include sides so things can add up quick. I think it's fine to be cash only...when it's clear your prices are low and you're trying to avoid the credit card fee. Their beverages are not listed on their menu. It's a bar so you'd assume they have fountain beverages. My husband orders a Coke and gets a can. When ordering I believe she should have mentioned it was a can. It would have likely changed his order. I highly doubt they use cans behind the bar... We both ordered a cup of chili. I got the BOMB burger and my husband got the firecracker. The chili was good. I got the original. I hate spicy chili so this was perfect. Get it czar with cheese and sour cream! It had chunks of meat which we liked. It was a very lengthy wait after our chili waiting for our burgers. My husband described his burger as overcooked but not dry. He thought the flavors went well together. The breaded jalapeños gave it a nice crunch. The mac and cheese on mine was good. I'm not the burger aficionado my husband is but he seemed happy with the burger. There is definite room for improvement in other ways. We were told to pay at the bar which was...odd. We went to the packed bar that only had one bartender working and waited a few minutes. We had exact change so we ended up leaving the cash on the bar but it was just another hassle that kind of further solidified we wouldn't be returning. My husband also wanted me to mention the lobster tank that was a claw game. It looked dirty and I find the claw game to just be inhumane. Come to think of it, this formerly 3 star review is being dropped to 2.
(2)Evan F.
Throwback to the 70's in this joint! So the interior needs a little "sprucing up"...who cares! this is not exactly the type of place you come for the ambiance...this is all about the grub! Burger, fries, rings, beer...need I say more?!?!? We shared two different burgers, the Black & Blue (blue cheese and bacon) and the Maggie (mushroom overload!!!). both were as juicy as could be and overflowing (literally) with flavor. We also shared both fries and onion rings around the table and everyone loved both. Lastly, the beer was cheap. Don't think I'd last very long (on this planet) eating here often, but as a special treat I can't wait until my next visit!
(4)Norma V.
Had dinner here and the burger was Delish along with the mushroom appetizer. Our server was quite attentive. Love this place !!
(5)Elizabeth H.
The reviews are on spot , the burgers are unstoppable delicious . The spice#Secret in the meat is mouth watering. The bar itself is clean , very welcoming. The people were so friendly from the staff to the patrons. Love it!!!
(5)Staci R.
Pretty good place for a burger and sides. Went here last night and a bacon cheeseburger and onion rings. HUGE PORTIONS!! The onion rings were delicious and the burger was pretty tasty. I really liked that none of the food was over greasy or too messy. My fiancé mentioned that he liked the burger buns and that we didn't have to wait for a table around dinner time. We'll be back when we're looking for some burger yumminess and quick service!
(4)Kate N.
We came here after the Towpath Marathon in Cuyahoga Valley National Park because I have a tradition of eating a burger after every marathon that I run. It gets me through the last few miles knowing that a delicious burger is in my future. Because I was far from home, I had to rely on my local friends to figure out the best spot for this coveted post-race burger, and they did not lead me astray. I went with my standard burger order (LTO, extra pickles) and a side of the jalapeno caps with a pumpkin beer (I can't remember the brewery). The meal absolutely hit the spot, and I was impressed with the draft selection. Yes, this place is a dive, but that's part of what makes it awesome. There is a lobster tank by the front door where you pay a couple quarters to use one of those mechanical hooks to try to grab a lobster. When we walked in, a little girl had just snagged one (I wish I had seen it!) and was peaking in through the trap door while her mom ran to get something to put the little guy in. I can honestly say, I have never seen that at a restaurant before. The Browns-Steelers game was on while we were there, so the bar was packed and the crowd was lively. I think I saw a bartender handing out free hot dogs! We were waiting for our table, and it took all of my will power not to bowl over someone on a bar stool to get to them (I was really hungry!). Despite the crowd, the service was prompt and friendly. If I'm ever in the neighborhood again, and in need of a burger, I will be back at Whiteys.
(4)Jen B.
We don't get many date nights so when I gave my husband a few places to choose from I was so glad when he chose Whitey's! I had been here a couple of times, he never had been and he can be a bit of a food snob sometimes since he grew up working in restaurants . Our server was very attentive and personable, food was fantastic just like I remember. We shared some fries and jalapeño coins, I ordered the Maggie, he got the Outhouse,, we only were able to eat half of what we ordered but brought the leftovers home. Definitely will share next trip. He said the burger was right up there with our favorite restaurant at Put in Bay. Successful date night!
(5)Rob F.
Good burgers and chili. The portion size for side items is for two. I like it here. I have two major issues with them. First, they are cash only which is ridiculous in this day and age. Two...they have strange hours. The regulars who sit at the bar are harmless but can be annoying. If you can get past those things I would recommend them.
(4)Meghan H.
Easily in my top five favorite bars. Frequented this place regularly when I worked in Richfield. Willie always had the biggest smile and best service. I recommend this place to anyone in the area or surrounding area. They have all of the favorite beers and their food is delicious. Don't forget to say hi to Willie and check out the shirt he has on! Cheers.
(5)Marcie S.
Went here a few weeks ago on a Saturday around early dinner time. The food was good, the burger was ok, and their nachos were excellent. I had heard how awesome the burgers were here, so I was a bit disappointed in the reality versus the expectation. Those who had been with my party and had eaten there prior said same - the burgers were not as good as they used to be. The waitstaff provided attentive service even though the place was packed in the dining room. The one big thing about this place is how loud it was in the dining area. It was so incredibly loud that we couldnt even hold conversations with people sitting across from us at the table. The dining area is super small and cramped, the tables are practically on top of each other, and when it is a full room, it is just too loud for you to actually enjoy your dinner or your company. Another negative is that they refuse to serve food at the bar high top tables, or out on the patio where there are more tables. You can only eat either sitting at the bar (which is often full of regulars), or in the tiny dining room. I doubt I will go back here. It's not the best experience.
(3)Tariq F.
I met up with a friend here for some drinks. It was a great atmosphere, family friendly. Cool little bar. An arcade room, with a South Park pinball machine (which adds a star to any place in my book). It looked mostly like a place that locals from Richfield and Bath hang out, which is cool. Nobody made us feel like we didn't belong or anything. I had a burger. It wasn't that good. I asked for it medium, it came out medium rare. The meat was bland. The bun was cold. Pretty bad burger. I also had some jalapeño poppers, which were pretty good. Overall, it's a nice little bar in the middle of nowhere. I'd go there again for drinks, but I won't be getting another burger there.
(3)Clay T.
Now has a good beer selection. The jalapeno chilli is great! It's a cash only establishment so be prepared for that. There is an ATM inside though. They do a prime rib special twice a year that is good. It's also so close to home that it's a bit of a magnet.
(4)jim k.
C'mon, you haven't been here? Been coming here since I was a little boy. Hands down the best burger and fries on the East Coast. Maggie burger baby. Great chili.
(5)Patrick A.
Those were some of the BEST burgers we have ever eaten - really. And, the fries were pretty darn good too. The place was a little dated, which can be forgiven since it has been open since the 50s, and they only take cash, but the food and service was awesome, so I am still going with five stars.
(5)Renee R.
It was one of the worst hamburger I've ever eaten. Greasy (to the point that the bottom bun was soaked even with lettuce in between), overcooked, tasteless... flavorless, hideous gray mass. The onion rings were frozen not homemade and for the price I expected home made. YUCK!! Won't eat there again would rather go to McDonald's.
(1)Kevin G.
not a bad place but biggest issue they don't take credit cards... they only take cash and personal checks which is very strange. even some places I been to except square credit card processing and they could use that service for credit cards with no monthly service fees!!! the service wasn't that great. the waitress we had seemed to rush us to order rush us to eat and then rush us out the door. overall seemed very rushed. when we did finish the meal we had and then had to pay they said you pay at the bar.... what a joke I went to bar to pay sat there waving my money to pay for about 10mins before I had to yell for the barmaid and even tho she finally looked she gave me the 1 finger one second and she would be with us... I must say the food is ok not the best I have had better food at places similar to this. Gasoline Alley down the street is way better and if u don't mind waiting a bit longer for a table it's worth it. ... kinda sad that whiteys service and not excepting credit cards has ran this place down. I been here for poker runs and have always had great service.. I come there for dinner and totally different treatment. I most likely will not go back. I had the Mac n cheese with chilly on top it was very tasty my gf had a salad with shrimp she liked it but said the shrimp was salty big time. if they better their service and learn to except credit cards I would come back and try it again and change my review if they performed better. so overall it's only getting 2 stars from me and I eat at allot of places.
(2)Bat W.
I'm not impressed. The burgers are large. The accoutrements are plentiful. The fries are served in a heaping pile. Unfortunately the burgers are not juicy but greasy. To the point of making the bun soggy. The fries are nice and brown on the outside but don't taste done on the inside. It could be because of the thickness. If you like fatter fries you might be satisfied. It's not bad but I just didn't find it worth the trip
(3)Elizabeth N.
You know something is wrong with a place when, on the drive home, you find yourself thinking "That was a pretty tasty burger. Too bad I'll never be back." The pros: - I ordered the Black and Bleu burger and it was good. The cons: - The service was lousy. The server acted like we were such an annoyance to her --- Took forever to take our order; didn't apologize when the food was obnoxiously late; never refilled glasses; gave us another big wait to get our check; didn't smile once or ask us how we were doing or anything. And I could have ordered sides, I guess, but she never asked and I didn't know my options. - The place is pretty ugly, and I didn't like that you have to walk through the bar in order to get to the tables. But I wouldn't have cared in the least if the service had been welcoming. SERVERS OF AMERICA! HEAR MY WORDS! There is nothing wrong with being welcoming! You don't have to do a song and dance or lay it on thick and fake. Just look people in the eye and great them. Smile once or twice. It's not that tough. There are lots of choices on where to eat, so make people comfortable to be in your establishment. . . . . ....Gosh darn it! That Black and Bleu burger really was yummy. Now I've got it on my mind again. Maybe I actually will be back. For takeout-only, this time.
(2)Scott V.
Lucky Im even giving this place one star. This is a total "townie" kind of place. If your not a regular the wait staff does not care to wait on you much at the bar. Noticed a bartender with his hand down the back of his pants while chatting with someone then preceded to open a beer with said hand. Food is either way to hot or way to cold, and the "bowl" of chili is not more than a glorified cup of chili. Will do my best to avoid this place in the future.
(1)Johnny P.
Delicous burger and french fries, and the jalapeño caps are delicious, only draw back is that pop is served by the can,and they only take cash or check
(5)Marie K.
This is one of my favorite spots to eat! Great food and atmosphere, only downside is since it is a popular site it's usually a long wait.
(5)Chas M.
Drove down there for dinner one friday night. The place was jumpin but we got a spot at the bar. Servers deffinately wait on regulars first here. We literally sat there for almost 10 minutes while the bartender dude stood 2 feet from us and carried on a full conversation with a couple next to us...T.M.I. We had a burger..it was OK...needed salt. Overall the place was decent but I wouldnt go out of my way to go again. I guess that people that live out in the boonies dig this place so much due to lack of other choices. Its not a chain or in a strip mall so I would guess its better on that aspect! Right down the road is Techners...that place was way cozier and way more friendly..my kinda place!
(3)Samantha L.
Whitey's is great. Friendly people and relaxed atmosphere. The burgers are amazing, and everything is served in huge portions. I wanted to be adventurous, so I tried the BOMB sandwich with chicken. (Thick piece of chicken, lots of bacon, topped with Mac n cheese on a pretzel bun) I should have just went with the burger, because there wasn't too much flavor with the chicken and all of the other ingredients. Boyfriend had the Maggie and that looked amazing. We tried the Wings once, and those aren't too great.
(4)JuliAnn A.
We ate there on Sunday, June 28, 2015; got there at 6:30 p.m. Waited in the bar for a table for close to 40 minutes. That was fine. When we were seated, we brought our almost empty beverages with us to the table. The waitress never asked if we wanted refills. Our order was not taken for well over 40 minutes. When I inquired about the status of our order, the waitress was very rude and said they were busy. Then when the order finally went in, we had to wait another 35 minutes, and then only got an order of fries in a paper container and no plates, since the waitress informed us they were out of clean plates!!! By the time we got our burgers, we still did not have any beverages. Terrible service, the burgers were only so-so. Definitely not worth the wait or the rudeness of the staff, not to mention the fact it's cash only. Yes, there is an ATM machine at the entrance, but when I tried to use it, it gave a service error and would not dispense cash. Overall, a very dissatisfying experience.
(1)Rodney W.
Stopped in to Whitey's again today with the family as we were taking a road trip around the farmland of Ohio. We wanted to fill up our tanks before we went to Hinckley Lake. Today, I ordered the Maggie burger w/ a side of chicken chili and onion rings. My kids ordered a pepperoni pizza and fries. My wife ordered the Outlander burger. My chili was delivered first and it was very tasty. I loved it! It had nice chunks of tasty chicken, the right amount of spice (it had a little kick!), and it was just plain good. Then the fries and onion rings arrived. Those too, were really tasty. I dipped my fries in the yummy malt vinegar that's on all the tables here. The fries had the appearance, texture, and taste of being fresh cut. The onion rings were served in a heaping mound. They were pleasing to the eye and delicious to the pallet. Nice and crunchy. Yum! Then our burgers arrived. Mine was overflowing with onions and mushrooms. It looked amazing! It was cooked correctly (medium) and it was served on a soft, warm bun. Totally satisfying! The wife's bacon burger was really tasty too, but she almost couldn't finish it all. The burgers come with a pickle that was also tasty. We ended up bringing some leftover fries home because they give you so many! With tip, our four meals came to $50. Bonus points were awarded for the knockout blonde waitress we had. Recommend if you're out this way. In fact, I recommend making the trip all the way out to Whitey's if you've never visited.
(4)Deborah D.
I preface with this review with the disclaimer that I am not from the area...but whenever I hear about "Whitey's", it is always followed by "chili." So naturally, I was excited to visit and taste for myself with this oft-lauded chili was all about. I ordered a cup of the standard beef chili and a "plate salad." The salad was horrific - all iceberg lettuce with a few sad grape tomatoes and the BANE of my existence, shredded carrots. UGH! Definitely a "1" on the salad front. To date, every place we've been in Akron defaults to iceberg lettuce in salads. FAIL! The cup of chili was passable. It tasted good at first, but then the longer I ate it, the more the fatty beefiness began to coat my mouth in a greasy film of muckymuck. There were not as many beans or veggies as I would have liked. I felt really uncomfortably full after eating a tiny cup and the salad, so I can only surmise how many calories were hiding in that cup! All in all, for the friendly atmosphere (more WOOD panels!), lively patrons, and heartiness of the chili, I give it a 2.5 rounded up to 3 stars. I want to say that I probably won't be back, but family gatherings in Ohio being what they are, and choices being limited, I think we probably will be!
(3)Mark N.
They have delicious, juicy burgers. I ordered the "Maggie" burger and it was overflowing with sautéed mushrooms. My wife had the "Black and Blue" and loved it. You only need to order one french fries. It comes overflowing with fries and is enough for three to four. The decor is old and dated but that is what you expect from a bar setting. The chili sampler was enough for four as an appetizer. Love this place!!! Remember though that this is a cash only establishment. An ATM is located conveniently in the front.
(5)Mark R B.
We had hamburgers and chili. They were excellent we really enjoyed the food. the waitress and service was excellent very quick and efficient. We definitely will come back and try something different.
(4)Lenny B.
I guess I should've paid more attention to these reviews before going. Ample parking. Dark interior. The bartender seemed pleasant, but it's a shame we didn't get to interact with him other than when we payed our bill. Our server seemed far from interested in customer service. Their sodas come in a can, which I may add wasn't listed on the menu (in fact, neither was the price). Be sure to sip it, too because they'll never come by and ask if you'd like a refill or another drink. One server looked directly at our table's empty glasses and walked away. For a place that has "burgers" in the name, I was honestly expecting a quality burger. Instead, it was a disgustingly pan-fried mess that arrived on my plate with a soggy bun. (I knew I was in for a treat when the server never asked how I wanted to the meat cooked.) Their french-fries are five bucks and are big enough for 2-3 people (again, nowhere stated on the menu). Also be sure to have cash or check, because they don't take credit cards. My friend had chicken wings that come with a dipping sauce on the side. The breading tasted like the same oil that used to deep fry the seafood. Stay away from this place!
(1)Moe A.
Overrated glorified bar food. Frozen burger patties that you get from restaurant depot or Costco. Not worth coming here. Enough said.
(1)Paul O.
This place is sub par burgers aren't even grilled steamed on a flat top. There chili was ok giant eagle has better tasting chili beer and alcohol wasn't even a great price and you can only eat at the bar or dinning room not the large bar tables we had a large group and had to sit in the dining room where some weren't eating
(2)Tim F.
Way, way in the past, before golden arches existed everywhere, there were roadside taverns. Whiteys is a throwback to that time. Nothing fancy or pretentious here. Decent beer selection, well priced. Very good burgers; about 10oz, by the looks of the patty. Toppings will flow or onto the plate. Excellent fries and onion rings. I did not try the chili, maybe another day. Service friendly, but rather slow. Expect it will take 30 minutes for food to reach you. That's a problem, in my opinion. I also wonder about the value proposition. My burger was just under $10, dinner for 3 was $37. That's nearly Flip Side pricing.
(3)Jennifer F.
My parents have been bringing me here my whole life, even after the demise of the Coliseum. This place is so delicious and awesome. It just feels like the 1980's inside, but maybe that's just me hanging onto my childhood. You can't go wrong with a Maggie burger and Coliseum fries. My friend had the burger with the macaroni and cheese and have me a bite. Also incredible, but the Maggie is my staple.
(5)Bill N.
Best burgers and fries any where make sure to try the Maggie burger or the. Czar so good...first time ever horrible service 40 mins still no food the table behind us sat down 20mins after us has food ..not good
(5)Michael L.
I try to come here whenever I'm visiting. The food does seem like it got more food serviced than I remember, hence the sign at the table for their chili had US Foods branded along with it...disappointing. They have the best beer battered onion rings I've ever had though and their fries are thicker hand-cut that are cooked properly(twice). The fries are crispy out side and buttery inside. The burgers are still great for being cooked on a flat top grill, but I wish they used fresh cut mushrooms instead of canned ones. They serve food until midnight which is a score for Richfield area.
(4)M R.
unfriendly staff at the bar .... experienced over multiple visits. ordering food almost seemed a bother to them. need to work on their customer service skills.
(1)Brent S.
I've had and been here many a time before I left Cleveland. It's not always bc of the food either. Service is good and we were regulars enough that they let us call in orders before the kitchen closed. Some people made view the staff as unfriendly but it is quite the opposite instead of just the fake niceness with a smile, some of them will joke around which may not be for everyone I guess. Burgers don't come with fries. However if you order them they are massive (like 2 people easy to split). Speaking of which I usually stick with burgers and burger of the month to try. If that doesn't sound appetizing at that time go with the firecracker. It is by far the next best thing if not the best. I even ordered a chili flight once, and I should have asked them which were which as some were great others average. Their wings here are different too. They are dry (as in not a rub as in cooked just as a wing) and then you dip them into a sauce of your choosing. Speaking of which ask them for I believe it is called Frank's or Dave's sauce. I can't remember the name as been a few months. One of the guys makes it there they will know what you are talking about. It isn't on the menu but goes amazing with the fries.
(4)Brit F.
Best burgers in Town! We routinely drive there from Cleveland. Chilly/taco pizza/bacon...on top of the burgers are allowed excellent!
(5)Sandra J.
last time stopped in, about 3-4 years ago never back since. unless they remodeled and cleaned up will stay that way....away.
(1)Jen J.
This place is great! Went to have a beer and burger and it totally hit the spot. The place has a real friendly atmosphere and is just a great place to relax with a beer. The fries are really great too. Will definitely be back. Just remember to bring cash with you-- it's cash only!
(4)Jim D.
I don't know why it took me so long to write up a place we go every week. This is a real neighborhood bar. Loud, casual, very friendly service. So busy they have no reason to take credit cards. Food is comfort food for sure. Whitey's Chili is sold all over the USA. Their ribs are great and their burgers are among the best you've ever had. Hand cut fries, Steak sandwich, all good. Best seats are at the bar. This way you can talk with a unusual bartender,Willie.He always has a joke. Susan , Ann and Jack help Willie out when needed, or they're part of the table staff. Sand Volleyball outside in the summer, darts and block stacking inside. Great food, Great fun. A lot of regular customers. Large parking lot;. Most items are under $10.00 Safe place to bring kids, there is a seperate game room for them.
(4)Ronnie S.
Greasy, grey burger that drenched the bun. The chili was decent. Dark, dingy, old-looking interior. Waitress was not very attentive.
(2)Jeff E.
No to go orders?!@$&? This place just wants to sell you booze while you wait 20-25 minutes for your burger and fries.
(1)Steven S.
I have been working in Richfield for the past 5 years and heard nothing but great things about Whitey's. I finally decided to give them a try. The atmosphere at Whitey's is typical of any other run of the mill sports bar, the food was ok. I had a much raved about burger and (to me) it tasted reheated and was not very good at all. The fries were also ok nothing great about them. The place was packed (on a Thursday night) great for them the service was reasonably fast for how busy they were and our waitress was nice. They are Cash only which does suck although they do have an ATM on site it's annoying to have to shell out a service fee to get cash. I do not see what the big draw to this place is and I don't think I have any reason to give them another visit.
(2)Joe I.
A strange mix of things. That's what this place has. Tucked in with some kind of plastics plant on Brecksville Rd, I always assumed this was a biker bar. As I have found out, it is, but there's more to it than that. The place is cash only, which I suppose is fine, and that is an argument I, as a patron, will lose with a business every time. So ignoring that, when you go to Whitey's you can play a variety of bar games, they have boccie and volleyball leagues, a lobster claw grabbing machine, and a full bar separate from the dining area in case you prefer to go for drinks instead of dinner. The food is good. It is in giant portions and it is satisfying. The burgers aren't cooked to order, which is ok. The meat is good, though, so at least the cook makes them consistently well. The fries are good, but how can you mess up fries? Really, the only reason not to go here is for the chili. Everything else I had was great, and I would recommend the food to anyone. But the chili is just not for me. I know they are famous for their chili. It's sold in the supermarkets near me. But it tastes watery. And that is why I can only give it four stars. The one food they are supposed to do the best was very much my least favorite thing about the place. Also, this place gets busy in a hurry. Good for them, but bad for patrons. Expect 45min-1hr wait on any given Fri or Sat night.
(4)Amanda C.
I can't say much about the food here except the jalapeno poppers (those are delicious) because every time I come here it's to drink. The beers are super cheap and it's karaoke on Fridays.. you can't beat that. The talent that comes here is either REALLY bad (me) or awesome. Last time I was here there was a girl singing country songs and she was excellent. Anyways, every time I come here with my friends we get inappropriately drunk, sing obnoxiously and make friends with all the locals. The karaoke guy is super nice, one time he even ended up giving my one girl friend a Whitey's thong.. which we thought was hilarious (especially because it was red). This place gets pretty hopping on Friday nights in the summer. People sit outside and some people play volleyball, it's actually really fun if you're into a dive-y kinda place. Also go there on Thursdays for a deal on the jalapeno poppers, they are glorious.
(3)Nic K.
20 years later, Whitey's is comfort food! I've been coming here for the majority of my life. Growing up in Bath, this place is a more of a staple than an Applebee's or a Friday's to me. The decor is a very humble, neighborhood-focused setting with a slightly 'wealthy trucker' feel to it. The staff is beyond friendly, while still working at an ever-constant fast pace. Plenty of seating in the dining room as well as at the bar. I'm not convinced they actually use the outdoor bar on the patio, but there is rarely a long wait to snag a drink from the main bar. The food is incredible, ranging from specialty burgers to chili to pizza. The one downside is that the restaurant is Cash Only, meaning if you happen to live in the present times, you'll need to stop at a bank or eat the service charge at the ATM inside the door. My only hope is that they improve their beer selection. They managed to find a spot for one of the most mediocre IPA's out there (Elevator Three Frogs), so that's at least something of an improvement, but outside of that and a possible Great Lakes tap or two, you'll have to settle for a cheap domestic.
(4)Mike B.
Great place to enjoy dinner grab a drink or just hangout on the patio and watch volleyball. Fridays are the busiest and most fun for the Bar scene . The food is awesome-not too healthy but that's why it's good
(5)Michael A.
We're just passing through and looked up Whitey's on yelp- thought we'd give it a try. The beer was great, the chili flight was fabulous, the Zeus burger was very good, the Westlight burger was excellent, the onion rings were above average, the service was prompt, setting was comfortable if murky, and we might well plan future trips to correspond with another visit.
(4)Brian V.
Chili flight!!! This is a great thing. 4 cups of chili to try, on a paddle with some cheese, onions, crackers, etc. Who wouldn't love this option. Have been here many times but this is the first time I did this food option. WTF!!! Why have I been that stupid to ignore this excellent option!
(5)Gray V.
Really tasty burger. Ambiance was not my cup of tea. A lobster claw game??? $3 claw game were you can grapple your own lobster and win a seafood dinner? WTF, Ohio, WTF?
(4)Alan S.
This will be brief: What Bryn R. said above expresses PERFECTLY. Live in the area, want to love Whitey's, but every time I try it I say NO MORE. THIS time I mean it.
(1)Rick W.
if i was reviewing Whitey's on the food alone, i'd give it 5 stars. The hamburgers I had was really good. I also had the chili flight appetizer. i have to tell you, the chili at Whitey's is incredible - the jalepeno beef being my favorite. the only complaint i had, and i should have spoken up when seated, was that the dining area we were seated in was really cramped and uncomfortable. i guess i could also complain about the "cash only" policy, but i knew that going in and was prepared w/ cash.
(4)Cindy T.
Outrageously slow. Long wait for table and even longer wait to order. From walking in to finish nearly three hours for very mediocre burgers of unidentified meat source. Must be resting on decades long reputation because it was packed but oh what a disappointment. Even worse, the manager totally shrugged off our complaint about the very slow, inattentive service.
(1)Morgan B.
It could be the booze talking, but the burgers here are pretty solid. I happened to come in for what I was hoping would be a quick dinner on a Saturday night, but was pretty shocked to see the parking lot jam packed when I pulled in. It's a pretty typical roadside bar, but much larger than I expected it to be inside. I was able to snag a spot at the bar, but the bartender was shorthanded and the bar was packed as well. Fortunately, he did his best to accommodate everyone, and as a server having been in that situation, I was all too eager to cut him a break. This place had more craft brews than I expected them too, nothing extravagant, but at least 9-10 different choices. The burgers themselves are huge- I kept it simple and just got a cheeseburger, but I can't imagine what some of the loaded ones would look like. Biting into this burger is pure heaven, especially if you are a little tipsy from the beer. It's a wonderfully juicy burger served on a super soft bun, and by the time you're finished eating it, your fingers are covered with greasy deliciousness. It's not the best burger I've had, but it's still pretty darn good. One downside is that the burgers are served with fries, and a side of fries is a whopping $3.99 which is way too much for one person. The menu has a lot more than just burgers as well, but it's pretty clear that burgers are their main fare. Would recommend to those on the road passing through, or to any burger lovers out there!
(4)Todd A.
This place is amazing! I travel a lLOT and ended up in what I consider the middle of nowhere, or somewhere outside of Cleveland. I was here on business and the only restaurant within a few miles between where I am working and my hotel was Whitey's. The parking lot was packed, so I stopped and pulled out my laptop bag and went in thinking I could get a quick bite and some work done. Both happened, but the place is amazing. No, the decor isn't 5 star, but that's not what anyone around in this packed place wants. It's a family place, but yet you feel so happy and free. It's got atmosphere and is noisy, and has a lot of character, but I still had a booth by myself and got my work done in their Internet, while enjoying the place completely. But wait! The unbelievable service (even though they are packed and super busy), the UNBELIEVABLE food! Did I say the UNBELIEVABLE food yet??? It is SOOOO good! I am coming back tomorrow night before I leave town. If you're anywhere around here you have to come in for a burger and some chili. LOVE THIS PLACE! It makes me want to come back to Cleveland, if that give you any perspective on how AWESOME this place is!! *NOTE* Annoyingly, this place does NOT take credit cards! Still a great place, but I was very disappointed in this policy.
(5)Greg M.
Living in Wadsworth, I had never heard of the restaurant. My wife and I went a couple weeks ago. Place was crowded and doing a great business! We had a couple beers and then we finally got a table. Amazing burger selection! Lots of good stuff. We ordered a couple different burgers and shared them. They were very good! Service was also very good! If you are in the area give it a try. CASH ONLY!
(4)Bryn R.
Unless Misty May and Kerri Walsh are playing sand volleyball in the nude on Whitey's volleyball courts, I won't find me going back to Whitey's. Zero stars for you, Whitey. Zero stars. Why, why why...why do people love this place? You mention it, and people from all over NE Ohio get moist around the eyes and proclaim their undying devotion. I know it's an institution, but it's time for a reality check. I live in Richfield, but have been boycotting this place for the past 5 years since their miserable CASH ONLY policy left me high and dry once (the bartender, with an accusational finger, pointing me towards the ATM.) Then recently, some friends from across town suggested a visit to Whitey's, probably because it's the only notable landmark left in Richfield since the Coliseum vanished into prairie. So, I decided maybe it was time to give creepy old Whitey another shot. Regrettable..... let's break it down. 1) STAFF: The staff are smug and cocky. As if they have landed a dream job working in this shithole and that I should be somehow jealous and not demand too much of their attention, unless I'm a regular. We waited 20 minutes to place our order, and another 20 minutes to get our check after the plates were cleared. No apology offered. 2) FOOD: It was the worst hamburger I've ever eaten. Worse than McDonalds. Greasy, overcooked, tasteless...it's origin as steak completed transformed into a colorless, flavorless, hideous gray mass. My wife ordered the grilled cheese, which was so inundated with butter as to render it almost inedible. It was like eating a stick of raw butter. Everyone at my table was thoroughly disgusted with their food...no-one finished. 3) Are coming here for the ATMOSPHERE? I hope not. The dining areas are cramped and have about as much charm and appeal as a truck stop in Peoria. There's a random collection of uninteresting garage sale junk hanging from the already low ceiling in the bar area, enhancing your overall sense of trashiness. Trashy, with a side order of cramped and dark. This is Whitey's. 4) The beer selection is as mundane and low-end as possible. The Great Lakes seasonal was the only tolerable option on draft. If you gonna suck at everything else, at least give me some decent beer so I can get drunk enough to deal with my situation. 5) Cash only. (I'm still bitter.) 6) The Whitey's Logo. A pissed-off, vampire-looking old white guy in a bowtie, who looks like he'd lynch you just as readily as he'd make you bowl of chili. Overall, it was about as pleasant of an experience as an emergency appendectomy. Done with this review. I'm going to return to thinking about something pleasant now. Like Kerri Walsh naked.
(1)Amy H.
I don't normally eat burgers, but I LOVE those. That's how good it is!
(5)Brendon C.
Burgers and Booze. I guess that sums it up nicely. You might add sand volleyball and darts to the list. Whitey's has been a Richfield favorite for some time now and even on a random Wednesday evening the place is alive with people. The dining room is cozy (read tight) and atmospheric (read dim) and lends itself nicely to a friendly dining environment. The beer selection is moderate if not solid with staples and the burgers are generous. So are the servings of fries and rings. A serving of fries or rings is enough to share. I have had the Czar which overflows with mushrooms. You'll absolutely have piles of mushrooms left after the burger is gone. I have also had the fish sandwhich which is two battered filets of white fish. The filets taste like they were frozen and not fresh, but I could be wrong. Overall, a good place for a huge burger, a cold drink, and hanging out. Solid but short of spectacular.
(3)rohn g.
Whitey's is a good place to get a real burger. They have all kinds of burgers to try and the beer is plentiful and cold. The fries are great and the chilli is good too. It's a big place that's always crowded. Sometimes there's a seedy crowd of drunkards in the bar and you can always find junkers in the lot with those yellow I DRIVE DRUNK license plates. All these liquored-up air conditioner repairmen aren't assholes so it's safe, and everyone is friendly, but there's a feeling of sour booze-drenched desperation in the crowd. To get to the restaurant, you walk through the bar. When you're done, you have to go to the bar, get a bartender, and pay your tab in cash. It's one of those hassles that is annoying to some people and no big deal to others. They have an ATM up front and if you don't have cash, you use a debit card or money card to get some. They don't warn you. Have cash or you'll leave grumpy. Still, the food is better than average bar grub and if you consider yourself a burger lover you have to try it at least once. To me, the best burgers are the most basic ones they have. For instance, if you get the mushroom and swiss burger it's so big you eat it with a knife and fork. It's good but it's almost not even a burger anymore when the thing overflows and fills your plate. A regular Whitey's cheeseburger with everything on it is a really good burger. If you remember the cash and have a few beers with dinner so you don't get annoyed trying to pay the bartender, you'll want to come back.
(4)Robert T.
Micheal Symon needs to eat at Whitey's and take a lesson. Best burger in Cleveland. The atmosphere is what a real buger joint should be. They were a good size, juicy, and had plenty of toppings. Fries and onion rings are unreal. Mike Symon can win all the food network burger contests he wants, real burgers are made at places like this.
(5)Corey G.
Best burger in town!
(5)Donna J.
Go to Whitey's for the food - unbelievable burgers, fries, onion rings. They bring out the fries and rings ahead of the burgers though - so don't fill up on them before the main attraction arrives! Have never had a better burger with perfectly melted cheese and sauteed onions. How did Deanna C. have room for dessert? :-) It's a bar and it's small and it's a bit cramped and dark. The dining room isn't going to appear in Architectural Digest any time soon. But if you're hungry and craving a burger - this is the place. And it's been the place for at least 25 years. It even survived the disappearance of the Richfield Coliseum and all the patrons that facility brought to the area. Long live Whitey's Booze 'N Burgers!
(4)S K.
On this site, I've heard the Maggie Burger described as "overflowing" with mushrooms and onions. That's certainly true: they just empty an entire can of slimy, microwaved, mushrooms on top of a frozen burger. When they bring the burger to the table, you can't even see anything but those awful, tasteless, rubbery mushrooms. It looks like your ordered a pile of canned mushrooms. Beneath those, you'll find a mass of "Swiss" cheese food. As it is fake cheese, it is not solid at ANY temperature above 40 degrees. Its like white nacho cheese sauce. I'm a native of the area and Whitey's is absolutely my last choice for food. If you like receiving your blah burger about a half hour to an hour after your fries arrive as though you ordered them as an appetizer (which you didn't) and gnawing on a tough grey-brown mass of unseasoned gristle slathered in gooey, plastic, fake cheese, topped by rubbery, slimy canned mushrooms that have never even seen the inside of a pan, then, by all means, give it a go.
(1)Steve C.
It had been years since I visited but Whitey's has stood the test of time. Great burgers, good apps....as always, great chili and french fries. The core of the business is still a great bar environment but it does not discriminate at all against families, couples, groups, etc. Very comfortable with good service. I'd still like to see more windows in the dining area but overall, a great local pick!
(4)Kev J.
The chili is the best I've tasted in NE Ohio. The burgers, however, are large but bland. The fries are one of my favorites. A long drive from Cleveland but convenient to Medina and Akron areas. I have to comment on some of the confusing reviews here. Are these former customers who were banned from the bar or made enemies with the bartenders? In all seriousness, I've never found the servers to be cocky or rude. I mean, all restaurants have their attitude queens, whether male or female, but Whitey's is no worse than the average. People are bashing the burgers- I can understand, but what about the chili- this is what Whitey's is famous for? You can't pay with a credit card? This is your big problem? Stop whining and be honest people. You pissed off a bartender and now you want to trash the place. Whitey's is not a dive and is not trashy. Neither is it gourmet. It's just an all-American kind of beer and fried food place.
(4)Ray T.
I haven't been here often but I have to admit that I would classify myself as a fan. I have to say that I was impressed with the quality of food which is the main reason that I dine out in the first place. I think it's a great place to go after work to wind down with some booze and burgers so it's definitely appropriately named. Summary: Come on in... the water's fine!
(4)P W.
My stoner friends from Kent State have been hyping this joint up for years. I finally got the chance to go on a beautiful spring day. Me and my friend discussed chemtrails and the big oil spill going on currently. The side salad was alright. I liked the interior and exterior of Whiteys. Just a normal bar/restaurant in the middle of the country. I enjoyed just driving down there to be honest. My friend claims they are the best restaurant style burger ever. I disagree. They are nice burgers, cooked nicely, not overcooked. My main gripe is they are cooked on a flat top. I like thick burgers flame grilled or broiled. I think some tavern burgers around town are better. I would love to go back to Whiteys as I really enjoyed the surroundings. Plus, they have my favorite pinball machine of all time. South Park! One of the easiest machines to master and it really takes me back to a simpler time of time of life when getting messed up and playing pinball was all that I cared about.
(3)Deanna C.
Always go here starving! The burgers and appetizers are huge. Our favorite app is Chili Chips 'N' Cheese, chips smothered with chili, grated cheese and sour cream. My boyfriend always gets the Czar, a swiss cheeseburger with mushrooms, grilled onions, and roquefort dressing. On different days of the week they have 25 cent wings, shrimp, or mussels. The only reason for for four stars is they just started selling desserts, and the one I chose, a berry stacker, was extremely dry and dissapointing.
(4)Ray T.
I haven't been here often but I have to admit that I would classify myself as a fan. I have to say that I was impressed with the quality of food which is the main reason that I dine out in the first place. I think it's a great place to go after work to wind down with some booze and burgers so it's definitely appropriately named. Summary: Come on in... the water's fine!
(4)Ronnie S.
Greasy, grey burger that drenched the bun. The chili was decent. Dark, dingy, old-looking interior. Waitress was not very attentive.
(2)Jeff E.
No to go orders?!@$&? This place just wants to sell you booze while you wait 20-25 minutes for your burger and fries.
(1)Brit F.
Best burgers in Town! We routinely drive there from Cleveland. Chilly/taco pizza/bacon...on top of the burgers are allowed excellent!
(5)Sandra J.
last time stopped in, about 3-4 years ago never back since. unless they remodeled and cleaned up will stay that way....away.
(1)Jen J.
This place is great! Went to have a beer and burger and it totally hit the spot. The place has a real friendly atmosphere and is just a great place to relax with a beer. The fries are really great too. Will definitely be back. Just remember to bring cash with you-- it's cash only!
(4)Alan S.
This will be brief: What Bryn R. said above expresses PERFECTLY. Live in the area, want to love Whitey's, but every time I try it I say NO MORE. THIS time I mean it.
(1)Jim D.
I don't know why it took me so long to write up a place we go every week. This is a real neighborhood bar. Loud, casual, very friendly service. So busy they have no reason to take credit cards. Food is comfort food for sure. Whitey's Chili is sold all over the USA. Their ribs are great and their burgers are among the best you've ever had. Hand cut fries, Steak sandwich, all good. Best seats are at the bar. This way you can talk with a unusual bartender,Willie.He always has a joke. Susan , Ann and Jack help Willie out when needed, or they're part of the table staff. Sand Volleyball outside in the summer, darts and block stacking inside. Great food, Great fun. A lot of regular customers. Large parking lot;. Most items are under $10.00 Safe place to bring kids, there is a seperate game room for them.
(4)Steven S.
I have been working in Richfield for the past 5 years and heard nothing but great things about Whitey's. I finally decided to give them a try. The atmosphere at Whitey's is typical of any other run of the mill sports bar, the food was ok. I had a much raved about burger and (to me) it tasted reheated and was not very good at all. The fries were also ok nothing great about them. The place was packed (on a Thursday night) great for them the service was reasonably fast for how busy they were and our waitress was nice. They are Cash only which does suck although they do have an ATM on site it's annoying to have to shell out a service fee to get cash. I do not see what the big draw to this place is and I don't think I have any reason to give them another visit.
(2)Joe I.
A strange mix of things. That's what this place has. Tucked in with some kind of plastics plant on Brecksville Rd, I always assumed this was a biker bar. As I have found out, it is, but there's more to it than that. The place is cash only, which I suppose is fine, and that is an argument I, as a patron, will lose with a business every time. So ignoring that, when you go to Whitey's you can play a variety of bar games, they have boccie and volleyball leagues, a lobster claw grabbing machine, and a full bar separate from the dining area in case you prefer to go for drinks instead of dinner. The food is good. It is in giant portions and it is satisfying. The burgers aren't cooked to order, which is ok. The meat is good, though, so at least the cook makes them consistently well. The fries are good, but how can you mess up fries? Really, the only reason not to go here is for the chili. Everything else I had was great, and I would recommend the food to anyone. But the chili is just not for me. I know they are famous for their chili. It's sold in the supermarkets near me. But it tastes watery. And that is why I can only give it four stars. The one food they are supposed to do the best was very much my least favorite thing about the place. Also, this place gets busy in a hurry. Good for them, but bad for patrons. Expect 45min-1hr wait on any given Fri or Sat night.
(4)Amanda C.
I can't say much about the food here except the jalapeno poppers (those are delicious) because every time I come here it's to drink. The beers are super cheap and it's karaoke on Fridays.. you can't beat that. The talent that comes here is either REALLY bad (me) or awesome. Last time I was here there was a girl singing country songs and she was excellent. Anyways, every time I come here with my friends we get inappropriately drunk, sing obnoxiously and make friends with all the locals. The karaoke guy is super nice, one time he even ended up giving my one girl friend a Whitey's thong.. which we thought was hilarious (especially because it was red). This place gets pretty hopping on Friday nights in the summer. People sit outside and some people play volleyball, it's actually really fun if you're into a dive-y kinda place. Also go there on Thursdays for a deal on the jalapeno poppers, they are glorious.
(3)Nic K.
20 years later, Whitey's is comfort food! I've been coming here for the majority of my life. Growing up in Bath, this place is a more of a staple than an Applebee's or a Friday's to me. The decor is a very humble, neighborhood-focused setting with a slightly 'wealthy trucker' feel to it. The staff is beyond friendly, while still working at an ever-constant fast pace. Plenty of seating in the dining room as well as at the bar. I'm not convinced they actually use the outdoor bar on the patio, but there is rarely a long wait to snag a drink from the main bar. The food is incredible, ranging from specialty burgers to chili to pizza. The one downside is that the restaurant is Cash Only, meaning if you happen to live in the present times, you'll need to stop at a bank or eat the service charge at the ATM inside the door. My only hope is that they improve their beer selection. They managed to find a spot for one of the most mediocre IPA's out there (Elevator Three Frogs), so that's at least something of an improvement, but outside of that and a possible Great Lakes tap or two, you'll have to settle for a cheap domestic.
(4)Mike B.
Great place to enjoy dinner grab a drink or just hangout on the patio and watch volleyball. Fridays are the busiest and most fun for the Bar scene . The food is awesome-not too healthy but that's why it's good
(5)Michael A.
We're just passing through and looked up Whitey's on yelp- thought we'd give it a try. The beer was great, the chili flight was fabulous, the Zeus burger was very good, the Westlight burger was excellent, the onion rings were above average, the service was prompt, setting was comfortable if murky, and we might well plan future trips to correspond with another visit.
(4)Brian V.
Chili flight!!! This is a great thing. 4 cups of chili to try, on a paddle with some cheese, onions, crackers, etc. Who wouldn't love this option. Have been here many times but this is the first time I did this food option. WTF!!! Why have I been that stupid to ignore this excellent option!
(5)Gray V.
Really tasty burger. Ambiance was not my cup of tea. A lobster claw game??? $3 claw game were you can grapple your own lobster and win a seafood dinner? WTF, Ohio, WTF?
(4)Michael L.
I try to come here whenever I'm visiting. The food does seem like it got more food serviced than I remember, hence the sign at the table for their chili had US Foods branded along with it...disappointing. They have the best beer battered onion rings I've ever had though and their fries are thicker hand-cut that are cooked properly(twice). The fries are crispy out side and buttery inside. The burgers are still great for being cooked on a flat top grill, but I wish they used fresh cut mushrooms instead of canned ones. They serve food until midnight which is a score for Richfield area.
(4)M R.
unfriendly staff at the bar .... experienced over multiple visits. ordering food almost seemed a bother to them. need to work on their customer service skills.
(1)Bryn R.
Unless Misty May and Kerri Walsh are playing sand volleyball in the nude on Whitey's volleyball courts, I won't find me going back to Whitey's. Zero stars for you, Whitey. Zero stars. Why, why why...why do people love this place? You mention it, and people from all over NE Ohio get moist around the eyes and proclaim their undying devotion. I know it's an institution, but it's time for a reality check. I live in Richfield, but have been boycotting this place for the past 5 years since their miserable CASH ONLY policy left me high and dry once (the bartender, with an accusational finger, pointing me towards the ATM.) Then recently, some friends from across town suggested a visit to Whitey's, probably because it's the only notable landmark left in Richfield since the Coliseum vanished into prairie. So, I decided maybe it was time to give creepy old Whitey another shot. Regrettable..... let's break it down. 1) STAFF: The staff are smug and cocky. As if they have landed a dream job working in this shithole and that I should be somehow jealous and not demand too much of their attention, unless I'm a regular. We waited 20 minutes to place our order, and another 20 minutes to get our check after the plates were cleared. No apology offered. 2) FOOD: It was the worst hamburger I've ever eaten. Worse than McDonalds. Greasy, overcooked, tasteless...it's origin as steak completed transformed into a colorless, flavorless, hideous gray mass. My wife ordered the grilled cheese, which was so inundated with butter as to render it almost inedible. It was like eating a stick of raw butter. Everyone at my table was thoroughly disgusted with their food...no-one finished. 3) Are coming here for the ATMOSPHERE? I hope not. The dining areas are cramped and have about as much charm and appeal as a truck stop in Peoria. There's a random collection of uninteresting garage sale junk hanging from the already low ceiling in the bar area, enhancing your overall sense of trashiness. Trashy, with a side order of cramped and dark. This is Whitey's. 4) The beer selection is as mundane and low-end as possible. The Great Lakes seasonal was the only tolerable option on draft. If you gonna suck at everything else, at least give me some decent beer so I can get drunk enough to deal with my situation. 5) Cash only. (I'm still bitter.) 6) The Whitey's Logo. A pissed-off, vampire-looking old white guy in a bowtie, who looks like he'd lynch you just as readily as he'd make you bowl of chili. Overall, it was about as pleasant of an experience as an emergency appendectomy. Done with this review. I'm going to return to thinking about something pleasant now. Like Kerri Walsh naked.
(1)Amy H.
I don't normally eat burgers, but I LOVE those. That's how good it is!
(5)Donna J.
Go to Whitey's for the food - unbelievable burgers, fries, onion rings. They bring out the fries and rings ahead of the burgers though - so don't fill up on them before the main attraction arrives! Have never had a better burger with perfectly melted cheese and sauteed onions. How did Deanna C. have room for dessert? :-) It's a bar and it's small and it's a bit cramped and dark. The dining room isn't going to appear in Architectural Digest any time soon. But if you're hungry and craving a burger - this is the place. And it's been the place for at least 25 years. It even survived the disappearance of the Richfield Coliseum and all the patrons that facility brought to the area. Long live Whitey's Booze 'N Burgers!
(4)S K.
On this site, I've heard the Maggie Burger described as "overflowing" with mushrooms and onions. That's certainly true: they just empty an entire can of slimy, microwaved, mushrooms on top of a frozen burger. When they bring the burger to the table, you can't even see anything but those awful, tasteless, rubbery mushrooms. It looks like your ordered a pile of canned mushrooms. Beneath those, you'll find a mass of "Swiss" cheese food. As it is fake cheese, it is not solid at ANY temperature above 40 degrees. Its like white nacho cheese sauce. I'm a native of the area and Whitey's is absolutely my last choice for food. If you like receiving your blah burger about a half hour to an hour after your fries arrive as though you ordered them as an appetizer (which you didn't) and gnawing on a tough grey-brown mass of unseasoned gristle slathered in gooey, plastic, fake cheese, topped by rubbery, slimy canned mushrooms that have never even seen the inside of a pan, then, by all means, give it a go.
(1)Steve C.
It had been years since I visited but Whitey's has stood the test of time. Great burgers, good apps....as always, great chili and french fries. The core of the business is still a great bar environment but it does not discriminate at all against families, couples, groups, etc. Very comfortable with good service. I'd still like to see more windows in the dining area but overall, a great local pick!
(4)Kev J.
The chili is the best I've tasted in NE Ohio. The burgers, however, are large but bland. The fries are one of my favorites. A long drive from Cleveland but convenient to Medina and Akron areas. I have to comment on some of the confusing reviews here. Are these former customers who were banned from the bar or made enemies with the bartenders? In all seriousness, I've never found the servers to be cocky or rude. I mean, all restaurants have their attitude queens, whether male or female, but Whitey's is no worse than the average. People are bashing the burgers- I can understand, but what about the chili- this is what Whitey's is famous for? You can't pay with a credit card? This is your big problem? Stop whining and be honest people. You pissed off a bartender and now you want to trash the place. Whitey's is not a dive and is not trashy. Neither is it gourmet. It's just an all-American kind of beer and fried food place.
(4)Brendon C.
Burgers and Booze. I guess that sums it up nicely. You might add sand volleyball and darts to the list. Whitey's has been a Richfield favorite for some time now and even on a random Wednesday evening the place is alive with people. The dining room is cozy (read tight) and atmospheric (read dim) and lends itself nicely to a friendly dining environment. The beer selection is moderate if not solid with staples and the burgers are generous. So are the servings of fries and rings. A serving of fries or rings is enough to share. I have had the Czar which overflows with mushrooms. You'll absolutely have piles of mushrooms left after the burger is gone. I have also had the fish sandwhich which is two battered filets of white fish. The filets taste like they were frozen and not fresh, but I could be wrong. Overall, a good place for a huge burger, a cold drink, and hanging out. Solid but short of spectacular.
(3)rohn g.
Whitey's is a good place to get a real burger. They have all kinds of burgers to try and the beer is plentiful and cold. The fries are great and the chilli is good too. It's a big place that's always crowded. Sometimes there's a seedy crowd of drunkards in the bar and you can always find junkers in the lot with those yellow I DRIVE DRUNK license plates. All these liquored-up air conditioner repairmen aren't assholes so it's safe, and everyone is friendly, but there's a feeling of sour booze-drenched desperation in the crowd. To get to the restaurant, you walk through the bar. When you're done, you have to go to the bar, get a bartender, and pay your tab in cash. It's one of those hassles that is annoying to some people and no big deal to others. They have an ATM up front and if you don't have cash, you use a debit card or money card to get some. They don't warn you. Have cash or you'll leave grumpy. Still, the food is better than average bar grub and if you consider yourself a burger lover you have to try it at least once. To me, the best burgers are the most basic ones they have. For instance, if you get the mushroom and swiss burger it's so big you eat it with a knife and fork. It's good but it's almost not even a burger anymore when the thing overflows and fills your plate. A regular Whitey's cheeseburger with everything on it is a really good burger. If you remember the cash and have a few beers with dinner so you don't get annoyed trying to pay the bartender, you'll want to come back.
(4)Robert T.
Micheal Symon needs to eat at Whitey's and take a lesson. Best burger in Cleveland. The atmosphere is what a real buger joint should be. They were a good size, juicy, and had plenty of toppings. Fries and onion rings are unreal. Mike Symon can win all the food network burger contests he wants, real burgers are made at places like this.
(5)Corey G.
Best burger in town!
(5)P W.
My stoner friends from Kent State have been hyping this joint up for years. I finally got the chance to go on a beautiful spring day. Me and my friend discussed chemtrails and the big oil spill going on currently. The side salad was alright. I liked the interior and exterior of Whiteys. Just a normal bar/restaurant in the middle of the country. I enjoyed just driving down there to be honest. My friend claims they are the best restaurant style burger ever. I disagree. They are nice burgers, cooked nicely, not overcooked. My main gripe is they are cooked on a flat top. I like thick burgers flame grilled or broiled. I think some tavern burgers around town are better. I would love to go back to Whiteys as I really enjoyed the surroundings. Plus, they have my favorite pinball machine of all time. South Park! One of the easiest machines to master and it really takes me back to a simpler time of time of life when getting messed up and playing pinball was all that I cared about.
(3)Deanna C.
Always go here starving! The burgers and appetizers are huge. Our favorite app is Chili Chips 'N' Cheese, chips smothered with chili, grated cheese and sour cream. My boyfriend always gets the Czar, a swiss cheeseburger with mushrooms, grilled onions, and roquefort dressing. On different days of the week they have 25 cent wings, shrimp, or mussels. The only reason for for four stars is they just started selling desserts, and the one I chose, a berry stacker, was extremely dry and dissapointing.
(4)Morgan B.
It could be the booze talking, but the burgers here are pretty solid. I happened to come in for what I was hoping would be a quick dinner on a Saturday night, but was pretty shocked to see the parking lot jam packed when I pulled in. It's a pretty typical roadside bar, but much larger than I expected it to be inside. I was able to snag a spot at the bar, but the bartender was shorthanded and the bar was packed as well. Fortunately, he did his best to accommodate everyone, and as a server having been in that situation, I was all too eager to cut him a break. This place had more craft brews than I expected them too, nothing extravagant, but at least 9-10 different choices. The burgers themselves are huge- I kept it simple and just got a cheeseburger, but I can't imagine what some of the loaded ones would look like. Biting into this burger is pure heaven, especially if you are a little tipsy from the beer. It's a wonderfully juicy burger served on a super soft bun, and by the time you're finished eating it, your fingers are covered with greasy deliciousness. It's not the best burger I've had, but it's still pretty darn good. One downside is that the burgers are served with fries, and a side of fries is a whopping $3.99 which is way too much for one person. The menu has a lot more than just burgers as well, but it's pretty clear that burgers are their main fare. Would recommend to those on the road passing through, or to any burger lovers out there!
(4)Bat W.
I'm not impressed. The burgers are large. The accoutrements are plentiful. The fries are served in a heaping pile. Unfortunately the burgers are not juicy but greasy. To the point of making the bun soggy. The fries are nice and brown on the outside but don't taste done on the inside. It could be because of the thickness. If you like fatter fries you might be satisfied. It's not bad but I just didn't find it worth the trip
(3)Patrick A.
Those were some of the BEST burgers we have ever eaten - really. And, the fries were pretty darn good too. The place was a little dated, which can be forgiven since it has been open since the 50s, and they only take cash, but the food and service was awesome, so I am still going with five stars.
(5)Renee R.
It was one of the worst hamburger I've ever eaten. Greasy (to the point that the bottom bun was soaked even with lettuce in between), overcooked, tasteless... flavorless, hideous gray mass. The onion rings were frozen not homemade and for the price I expected home made. YUCK!! Won't eat there again would rather go to McDonald's.
(1)Scot W.
Terrible ,if you want to spend the night in the bathroom this place is a great choice for dinner . Food is extremely greasy . Service is slow at best . The decor beyond a need for a update . The only thing I can't figure out is why it's so busy . I would avoid
(1)Todd A.
This place is amazing! I travel a lLOT and ended up in what I consider the middle of nowhere, or somewhere outside of Cleveland. I was here on business and the only restaurant within a few miles between where I am working and my hotel was Whitey's. The parking lot was packed, so I stopped and pulled out my laptop bag and went in thinking I could get a quick bite and some work done. Both happened, but the place is amazing. No, the decor isn't 5 star, but that's not what anyone around in this packed place wants. It's a family place, but yet you feel so happy and free. It's got atmosphere and is noisy, and has a lot of character, but I still had a booth by myself and got my work done in their Internet, while enjoying the place completely. But wait! The unbelievable service (even though they are packed and super busy), the UNBELIEVABLE food! Did I say the UNBELIEVABLE food yet??? It is SOOOO good! I am coming back tomorrow night before I leave town. If you're anywhere around here you have to come in for a burger and some chili. LOVE THIS PLACE! It makes me want to come back to Cleveland, if that give you any perspective on how AWESOME this place is!! *NOTE* Annoyingly, this place does NOT take credit cards! Still a great place, but I was very disappointed in this policy.
(5)Greg M.
Living in Wadsworth, I had never heard of the restaurant. My wife and I went a couple weeks ago. Place was crowded and doing a great business! We had a couple beers and then we finally got a table. Amazing burger selection! Lots of good stuff. We ordered a couple different burgers and shared them. They were very good! Service was also very good! If you are in the area give it a try. CASH ONLY!
(4)Rick W.
if i was reviewing Whitey's on the food alone, i'd give it 5 stars. The hamburgers I had was really good. I also had the chili flight appetizer. i have to tell you, the chili at Whitey's is incredible - the jalepeno beef being my favorite. the only complaint i had, and i should have spoken up when seated, was that the dining area we were seated in was really cramped and uncomfortable. i guess i could also complain about the "cash only" policy, but i knew that going in and was prepared w/ cash.
(4)Tariq F.
I met up with a friend here for some drinks. It was a great atmosphere, family friendly. Cool little bar. An arcade room, with a South Park pinball machine (which adds a star to any place in my book). It looked mostly like a place that locals from Richfield and Bath hang out, which is cool. Nobody made us feel like we didn't belong or anything. I had a burger. It wasn't that good. I asked for it medium, it came out medium rare. The meat was bland. The bun was cold. Pretty bad burger. I also had some jalapeño poppers, which were pretty good. Overall, it's a nice little bar in the middle of nowhere. I'd go there again for drinks, but I won't be getting another burger there.
(3)Clay T.
Now has a good beer selection. The jalapeno chilli is great! It's a cash only establishment so be prepared for that. There is an ATM inside though. They do a prime rib special twice a year that is good. It's also so close to home that it's a bit of a magnet.
(4)Megan T.
This is our first time coming here. We had heard for years how amazing the burgers and chili are and the busy parking lot gave us high hopes. Our first impressions haven't been good. It's cash only but these aren't the cheapest burgers ($8-11.50) and they don't include sides so things can add up quick. I think it's fine to be cash only...when it's clear your prices are low and you're trying to avoid the credit card fee. Their beverages are not listed on their menu. It's a bar so you'd assume they have fountain beverages. My husband orders a Coke and gets a can. When ordering I believe she should have mentioned it was a can. It would have likely changed his order. I highly doubt they use cans behind the bar... We both ordered a cup of chili. I got the BOMB burger and my husband got the firecracker. The chili was good. I got the original. I hate spicy chili so this was perfect. Get it czar with cheese and sour cream! It had chunks of meat which we liked. It was a very lengthy wait after our chili waiting for our burgers. My husband described his burger as overcooked but not dry. He thought the flavors went well together. The breaded jalapeños gave it a nice crunch. The mac and cheese on mine was good. I'm not the burger aficionado my husband is but he seemed happy with the burger. There is definite room for improvement in other ways. We were told to pay at the bar which was...odd. We went to the packed bar that only had one bartender working and waited a few minutes. We had exact change so we ended up leaving the cash on the bar but it was just another hassle that kind of further solidified we wouldn't be returning. My husband also wanted me to mention the lobster tank that was a claw game. It looked dirty and I find the claw game to just be inhumane. Come to think of it, this formerly 3 star review is being dropped to 2.
(2)Evan F.
Throwback to the 70's in this joint! So the interior needs a little "sprucing up"...who cares! this is not exactly the type of place you come for the ambiance...this is all about the grub! Burger, fries, rings, beer...need I say more?!?!? We shared two different burgers, the Black & Blue (blue cheese and bacon) and the Maggie (mushroom overload!!!). both were as juicy as could be and overflowing (literally) with flavor. We also shared both fries and onion rings around the table and everyone loved both. Lastly, the beer was cheap. Don't think I'd last very long (on this planet) eating here often, but as a special treat I can't wait until my next visit!
(4)Norma V.
Had dinner here and the burger was Delish along with the mushroom appetizer. Our server was quite attentive. Love this place !!
(5)Elizabeth H.
The reviews are on spot , the burgers are unstoppable delicious . The spice#Secret in the meat is mouth watering. The bar itself is clean , very welcoming. The people were so friendly from the staff to the patrons. Love it!!!
(5)Staci R.
Pretty good place for a burger and sides. Went here last night and a bacon cheeseburger and onion rings. HUGE PORTIONS!! The onion rings were delicious and the burger was pretty tasty. I really liked that none of the food was over greasy or too messy. My fiancé mentioned that he liked the burger buns and that we didn't have to wait for a table around dinner time. We'll be back when we're looking for some burger yumminess and quick service!
(4)Kate N.
We came here after the Towpath Marathon in Cuyahoga Valley National Park because I have a tradition of eating a burger after every marathon that I run. It gets me through the last few miles knowing that a delicious burger is in my future. Because I was far from home, I had to rely on my local friends to figure out the best spot for this coveted post-race burger, and they did not lead me astray. I went with my standard burger order (LTO, extra pickles) and a side of the jalapeno caps with a pumpkin beer (I can't remember the brewery). The meal absolutely hit the spot, and I was impressed with the draft selection. Yes, this place is a dive, but that's part of what makes it awesome. There is a lobster tank by the front door where you pay a couple quarters to use one of those mechanical hooks to try to grab a lobster. When we walked in, a little girl had just snagged one (I wish I had seen it!) and was peaking in through the trap door while her mom ran to get something to put the little guy in. I can honestly say, I have never seen that at a restaurant before. The Browns-Steelers game was on while we were there, so the bar was packed and the crowd was lively. I think I saw a bartender handing out free hot dogs! We were waiting for our table, and it took all of my will power not to bowl over someone on a bar stool to get to them (I was really hungry!). Despite the crowd, the service was prompt and friendly. If I'm ever in the neighborhood again, and in need of a burger, I will be back at Whiteys.
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