Outdoor seating
Yes
Velvet Tango Room in Cleveland
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Location on the map
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, US
Service options
Dine-in
Yes
Delivery
No
Takeaway
No
Health and safety
Mask required
Yes
Staff wear masks
Yes
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
Yes
Highlights
Fast service
Yes
Great cocktails
Yes
Live music
Yes
Live performances
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Alcohol
Yes
Beer
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Food
Yes
Food at bar
Yes
Happy-hour drinks
Yes
Wine
Yes
Dining options
Seating
Yes
Amenities
Toilets
Yes
Atmosphere
Cosy
Yes
Upmarket
Yes
Crowd
Groups
Yes
LGBTQ+ friendly
Yes
Tourists
Yes
Transgender safe space
Yes
Planning
Accepts reservations
Yes
Payments
Debit cards
Yes
Credit cards
Yes
Phone: +1 216-241-8869
Site: https://www.velvettangoroom.com/
Site: https://www.velvettangoroom.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:4:30PM–1AM
- Tuesday:4:30PM–1AM
- Wednesday:4:30PM–1AM
- Thursday:4:30PM–1AM
- Friday:4:30PM–1AM
- Saturday:5PM–1AM
- Sunday:Closed
Comments (199)
Small space but big heart. We had a table near the quartet jazz band which was incredible. The drinks were amazing and the service very friendly and engaging.
Velvet Tango Room continues to earn its place as an icon. Understated and friendly. Mixed drinks half price for happy hour. That phrase, though, does not give you the concept that this is one of the premier places in the U.S. for mixed drinks.
Love this place! Every time Im in Cleveland, I go there. The drinks are fantastic and the mixologists make the best drinks for any palette. Kayleigh is wonderful.
Way over priced, nothing to brag about. Holy hell this is the place to be if you have toouch money and time but nothing better to do with it. The service is as good as any place else and the drinks are as good as any bar in North East Ohio. There some cool features like a secret room left over from prohibition. Im not a fan of the place but please do try it out and make up your own mind.
Great cocktails, we had paper plane which is one of my favorite cocktails, table-side service with awesome bartenders, great ambience. Will definitely go back!!
Wow! Amazing service, great drinks and live music. Just incredible.
My boyfriend and I were really looking forward to checking this place out on our rare mid week date day. We arrived a few minutes before they opened and the front door was unlocked. My boyfriend went to go in ahead of me and the bartenders made it clear that they didn’t open until 4:30 and locked the doors when we walked back out. At 4:30 we tried to open the door back up and the bartender very rudely yelled “it’s locked”. Side note to this whole scenarios is it’s pouring rain outside right now. Really unfortunate to have rude people at the bar before we even got a chance to experience this place.
Beautiful ambiance. Good drinks. Terrible service. Unaccommodating for occasions. Back room bartender was very rude, does not know how to speak to customers.
So this spot is iconic. Amazing cocktails that are $20 a piece unless noted otherwise. Not a huge beer selection ( maybe six total when we went but they had Fatheads and something local) ladies loved their drinks. Was packed and loud Saturday night with a live jazz band that had a saxophone that was a little overpowering with that sound but otherwise was awesome and chill. Definitely a spot to stop at if you like amazing cocktails.
First night out post baby and his was just my speed - quiet - intimate beautiful jazz playing a well manicured drink and friendly staff - a little higher priced than I normally go but had the best dark and stormy! Happy hour 4-7 live jazz every night ! Mostly appetizers but they were yummy !
Cozy, dim-lit, speakeasy feel. I liked my cocktail but it was 20 dollars which is crazy to me. Very small place but I did enjoy the piano player. I suggest eating a full course meal before you go, since they only have small bites. It was a decent experience, but not enough to where I would go back.
Always great cocktails and service. Happy hour is until 7pm $20 cocktails are $15.
New owner, same amazing place! Truly a Cleveland treasure that is a must for locals and visitors. Their hand crafted cocktails will spoil the rest for some time.
Its a lifestyle I could get used to, the Velvet Tango lifestyle. The Velvet Tango offers a tome of a menu filled to the brim with inventive and tasty cocktails, including virgin cocktails. They have a small selection of treats to nibble on, but the menu is 98% cocktails. Its a thing I didnt know about, this cocktail only club, and I like it. The baby grand in the corner was being played by an excellent musician, and he was lovingly hammering out a Monk-styke version of Herbie Hancocks Cantaloupe Island. There were only a handful of people there, and they were all having a spacious good time in the intimate joint. A few minutes later the piano player took a break. Cantaloupe Island (the Blue Note version) started playing on the PA, softly. ***happy** Thanks to our server, Stanton, who gave us space after he handed me my Bananas Foster Cocktail. Thanks, Velvet Tango for making me want to Tango haha.
The live music at Velvet Tango Room is really the element that sets this venue apart from other Cleveland bars. If you love jazz music, their trio is really top notch! The ambiance is nostalgic, though also claustrophobic, and menu unimaginative. While the cocktails are fine...you can definitely sip on a better artisanal drink on the near west side (likely at a better price point too).
Awesome little speakeasy. Good drinks and super friendly staff. Went there on a date.
The craft cocktail experience at its finest! Friendly staff and amazing cocktails!
Fantastic drinks and ambiance. Our mixologists were professional and helped us find the right drinks. Music was great.
Classy and special cocktail bar that relaxes and amazes. Great place to have an amazing drink like none other and enjoy the atmosphere. Highly recommend the Blood and Sand along with Champagne Charlie.
Seductive and a throw back at this speakeasy bar. Best made drinks in all of Cleveland
Nice little place to enjoy a drink, have a good conversation, and listen to some good music! Definitely checking it out the next time I am in town.
They cancelled my reservations twice because of being overbooked. They requested that I call to reschedule, but after multiple attempts at contacting someone named Terry and not receiving any return calls I figured my business wasnt important to them. Had a great time at Bourbon Street Barrel Room!
Had the best experience for girls night! Drinks are worth the price! But what made our experience truly spectacular was, Nicole, our server. She was above and beyond wonderful and knowledgeable and fun! Could write an essay about how great she was alone! Ambiance was romantic and classy, just wonderful.
I LOVE this place! Great Ambience, romantic, and exclusive live entertainment!!
These are easily the best cocktails in Cleveland. The bartenders are very well experienced and it is incredible how much they know about their menu of about 90 drinks. I have never had a bad drink here and have tried about 25 different drinks at this point. The drinks certainly are expensive at $18 a piece, but well worth it. I usually go during happy hour anyway ($10) which truly is the best deal in town. 2 drinks will do you in quite easily as they tend to be strong without a strong taste! Everything about the environment is cozy, social, and a unique blast from the past. VTR is a cocktail lovers paradise. If you have a special occasion to celebrate, the back room is incredible as well!
I want to start by saying that the drinks were fantastic. That’s the only reason I’m giving 2 stars instead of one. High quality and maybe worth $12-$15 at best.Got charged $18 per drink but surprise! There’s absolutely no way of knowing that because it’s not listed anywhere :) super convenient.My friends and I have heard nothing but positive things about this place, so we checked it out for one of our friends birthdays.The worst service we have ever received. The staff made us feel like we did not belong there at all. It was very uncomfortable, off-putting, and overall disappointing because we wanted to have a good experience.There was a small group of us and the woman seating us seemed incredibly annoyed that there was more than 2 people. She sat us at a table with two less chairs than we needed and when we asked for two more she straight up said no, she could only bring us MAYBE one, because there were no more chairs, even though we were staring at at least two empty tables all night.There was only one server the whole night who was semi polite to us, everyone else was very, very rude and could not be bothered with us.I do not recommend.
This was one of the best experiences I have had at a craft cocktail bar. Ben provided exceptional service and made several excellent drink recommendations. Not to mention the cocktails were the best I have ever had! My two friends and I will absolutely return to the Velvet Tango Room in the future. Very well done!
This is a pricey cocktail lounge but it had the best alcoholic beverages I have ever consumed. The servers are knowledgeable, Pleasant, and make for a good experience. The pianists are superb and very enjoyable. If it werent so pricey and someone out of the way for me, I would be there regularly
Stopped in for cocktails and Jazz for an impromptu date night for me and my wife. Tried a scotch cocktail that was smoky and delicious. The jazz was wonderful, we had a nice evening just chatting, listening to the piano, and relaxing after a very stressful week. Get there early! We got right in just before 8pm on a Saturday, but there was a good sized line when we left around 930p. Already looking forward to going back!
Loved this place! Great vintage decor and mood lighting. We went on Saturday night and they had live jazz in the background. The bartender was awesome and conversational, telling us about the drinks and explaining how she was making them. My friend didnt like his and she gladly made him a different one. Only issue is the price- most cocktails are $18. Theyre absolutely delicious and are a good size, but this isnt the place you want to go if you want more than 1 or 2 drinks.
Word of warning: If you are not trying to spend money, dont go here! There is nothing cheap on the menu and you will be disappointed. Other than that, this place is a small gem. (Emphasis on the small) Took a lil time to get a seat because there isnt much seating. This is a historical speakeasy and the menu is full of traditional and homemade drinks to try. The Bartenders encourage you to try some different things and give you some suggestions based on your taste. The drinks are unique and strong, no watering down over here. The food menu leaves a lot to be desired. Theres only a handful of items and most I wouldnt consider eating while Im drinking. But, thats the worst of my complaints. This place is definitely worth the time to check out if youre looking for something different and have the dime to spend.
Small place and could miss on first drive by. Very nice inside with wood and a classic feel. The bartenders were friendly, knowledgable and well trained. The water stayed filled and you were checked on but not bugged. The drink menu is not your normal drink listing. Very unique options for many liquor types. The drinks are not cheap so this is for quality drinks that you want to take your time and enjoy. Great stop if that is what you are looking for. Vodka tonics and standard drinks not what your coming for though they can make it. No beer here. A must stop and will go again.
I’m so sad to rate this place a 3. We’ve been coming here a few years and unfortunately, it is no longer the special experience it used to be. Simply put, the “back room” is no longer worth reserving as the calm, romantic atmosphere cannot be expected. Now, large and loud parties are allowed to stand around the bar, monopolizing the understaffed, dismissive bartenders. The ambiance of the piano and candlelight is gone, and the service is poor. The only redeeming quality is the legit cocktails that seem to be consistent while the service and atmosphere are not. I’d recommend trying to sit in the second room where the jazz trio plays. You can actually hear the music, and I bet the service is better. We’re disappointed that our go-to spot for special occasions (and the occasional fun night out) has become a spot for large groups to get drunk and be loud, and for smaller groups who love cocktails to get little attention.
I had long heard of the famed Velvet Tango Room and finally went with a girlfriend this past Friday night. We were able to get seated right away without a reservation which was nice. Here are my pros/cons and why I only rated it 3 stars.Pros:- My drink was delicious- Very attentive and courteous staff- Cozy, romantic, intimate environment- Great jazz band, not too loudCons:- $18 per drinkListen, I know it has a huge long list of Pros and for that reason I can see why its popular. But EIGHTEEN dollars for a drink? Eighteen dollars?! Come on...I dont care how much time you put into the craft, thats outrageous. I may go back on a very special occasion. I still dont see myself feeling good about paying that much for a drink. But, maybe Im in the minority.
Good drinks, good music. Good service. Usually not too packed overall. Could use a tapas bar next door though.
Stopped by late in the night during my first trip to Cleveland. It was chilly and thunderstorming and the only other two patrons left as I got there. The pianist left at that time too, needless to say it was a slow night.There was an extensive cocktail menu and the bartender was very knowledgeable about each one I asked about. She even gave me a tour of the backroom. Ordered a Manhattan which was delicious and while I sipped on that she recommended a few places in town I might be interested in.I was really just hoping to hear some jazz but ended up having a great conversation and a drink. The whole bar just has a great vibe and great staff. Kaylee was her name. 6 stars.And as others have said the drinks are pricey but I would say its worth it. Just know what youre looking for.
Excellent date night venue. Very quiet and cozy atmosphere. Friendly staff. We made reservations for the back room and had a wonderful time enjoying our cocktails and listening to the piano. The place takes you back in time.Oh also, banana frosting, everyone. Banana frosting.
A hidden gem. Some of the best cocktails youll find... in any city. The service is par excellence. You can enjoy the piano bar or hang out in the speakeasy. The courtyard is a fantastic place to enjoy a summer drink.
My wife and I have been coming to Velvet Tango Room for years. We have spent many birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions in the back room. We have always had amazing experiences until our most recent visit. We entered the back room, which usually hosts a romantic atmosphere with a piano player, attentive bartenders and amazing cocktails. At our most recent visit, we were met with with a couple of dozen people standing near the bar in the back room, talking loud and monopolizing the attention of the bartenders. It took a very long time to get our waters filled and drinks served. When we asked about the change in atmosphere, the bartender replied that there was a birthday party which hosted a lot of people. It didn’t seem to matter at all that we chose to celebrate our anniversary at velvet tango room. We were very disappointed in our experience, but even more disappointed in the way we the bartenders/servers treated us. It pains me to say that this is most likely the last time we will visit Velvet Tango Room, but we see little reason in returning following this experience. The reason this review has 3 star instead of 1, is because the cocktails continue to impress although the quality of service appears to decline.
The drinks were delicious, however my boyfriend and I only got 1 each because in the 40 minutes we were there, we were only checked on twice- once to get our drink orders and when they brought us our drinks (we sat in the side room by the piano). We had to go to the bar to get the check because we werent being acknowledged (which we dont mind but I think they normally bring it to the tables?). And the tables around us seemed to have similar issues when the place wasnt packed. Also, I ordered one of their specialty cocktails (a creamsicle one I think) and when I ordered it the bartender seemed annoyed, mentioning that it takes a while to make. The ambiance is neat though and the live music is awesome.
Voted best cocktail bar in America. The best cocktails around. Great decor, and service. I recommend getting a reservation if you know you are going there ahead of time. Drinks are $18 each, but you shouldnt have more than 2-3.
Velvet Tango Room has been on my list for sometime now due to the fact that anyone you talk to says it is out of this world and they werent kidding.I surprised my boyfriend by taking him here a few weeks ago for his birthday. Once we found it, as it doesnt look like much from the outside we were stunned with the interior. The lush yet cozy surroundings transport you to a different era. The jazz trio made the experience even more intimate and enjoyable. Our bartender Kyle was wonderful and fun and made great drink recommendations that did not disappoint.We snacked on bread and cheese set out for happy hour and enjoyed our first drinks ($10 during HH). I mentioned that I did not like Bourbon and Kyle our bartender bet that he could make me a bourbon drink I would love. Well I am always up for a little gamble... challenge accepted. And wow he sure was right it was wonderful.Kyle even took the time to give us a small tour of their secret party room and patio.
I cant say enough about this speakeasy jazz club. I love it!! The drinks are phenomenal!! The staff are friendly and professional. The music is heavenly. The atmosphere is simply divine!!! Such a throwback and nod to the 1930s.
VTR is fundamental in Cleveland. This is my and my wife place for all celebrations and we would be so sad not to be able to be back once this is over. I tried so many cocktails and introduced the bar to so many people (from out of town and from Europe) and was never disappointed. Fantastic!
The Velvet Tango Room was a great experience! We had reservations for the bar in speak easy bar in the back. The outside is hardly recognizable, except a small frame with Velvet Tango Room and maybe the hours in plain font. The front bar (which I didnt really see) was normal, nothing to note from walking through. The bar in the back was very casual with sofas, chairs, high top tables and seating at the bar. The bartendar was exceptional, she was able to describe drinks with such detail and passion, she could of described a rum and coke and it probably would of sounded amazing. The drinks were superb. I got he Gimlet, to try something Im familiar with and it was simply amazing and delightful. The whole time there it felt very relax and chill. The bartendar was what made the experience and the drinks even better! Thanks for an awesome experience
Top drinks. Dimly lit very nice ambience.Great live music. They have a jazz trio of sax piano and bass six nights a week. No drums so it’s very mellow, perfect music for listening while also talking.
Cocktails are good and they have some creative offerings but for $18, far overpriced. Thats nothing against the quality of service or mixing, just that I know I can get each of the mainstays for half the price but exactly the same elsewhere. I will note that the Old Fashioned is bad. Its Wisconsin style, which is gross and not an actual Old Fashioned.
Great drinks for a date, band come in around 9:00pm. Good music, chill atmosphere perfect for dates. The place is perfect for after dinner drinks, perfect way to finish an evening without the bustle of a common bar. I will definitely revisit for a date or anniversary.
My favorite place for upscale, unique cocktails. Go for happy hour when almost affordable. Their version of a Manhattan, is unbelievable. Food, or should I say snacks, very limited and not great. Unfortunately, there are so many cocktails to try, must use a ride share.
Outstanding cocktails with outlandish prices. This fit into a pattern of overpriced modern goods and services in Cle. That said, it was still some of the best cocktails Ive had so far. The secret back room was also a beautiful place to relax in. Your date will be impressed.
Excellent cocktails and atmosphere. During happy hour drinks are 10 dollars and totally worth it. Outside of happy hour they are 18 dollars pee. Parking is convenient and the staff are knowledgeable. Must be checked out if you are in the area.
What a wonderful experience. Excellent drinks, service and music. A truly relaxing evening. And very high quality ingredients. The Moscow Mule has the most lovely throat-tingle from the homemade ginger beer. Great music on a weeknight as well. Must try this place at least once!
Extremely experienced bartenders in a cozy craft cocktail room. These are precision cocktails done to the detail perfectly so expect to pay for this privilege. This is not a place for rum and coke. Had the best homemade eggnog ever! Sit at the bar and watch them do their magic.
Absolutely delicious! Special handcrafted cocktails. Huge selection. Atmosphere delightful and intimate
Live piano and saxophone being played and a great vibe. All cocktails are $18 which can make it difficult if you are looking to have a few drinks. All drinks seem to be made from scratch though. In duck island which allows you to start or continue your night in Tremont of Ohio City.
The best cocktails in town by far! The selection is huge! It really does feel like a speak easy inside! I love going there on Saturday nights to listen to life jazz music. Their banana foster is to die for!
A truly fascinating and unique bar. Set in a bit of a run down neighborhood, the Tango Room is an awesome location that features bespoke cocktails and wonderful service. Attended a party celebrating an upcoming wedding here and the event space is located in a locked and secret back room, quite possible the coolest thing ever. Definitely some place you want to check out when in Cleveland.
Our last stop of the evening and worth every penny. Our drinks were made in old fashion style keeping the grace of the cocktail and a suberb taste. The staff was so wonderful and accommodating. Class act that Cleveland needs.
Great service. Great menu. But most of all, best cocktails in Cleveland! The Extensive and seemingly complicated menu is made accessible through the extremely knowledgeable service staff and happy hour pricing during the week.
VTR has been my absolutely favorite cocktail spot since I first went there perhaps 10 years ago. The atmosphere, drinks, and staff were top notch, unparalleled in my travels to other cities.Sadly, it seems to have taken a turn for the worse. The staff has almost completely turned over in the past few months. Drinks are still good, but something has been lost that the current staff can’t replace. The atmosphere is just not quite the same. I suspect it may be due to the impending sale to new ownership.It seems now it is just a “bar” and no longer a destination. There are many bars to choose from....
Fantastic after dinner spot. Huge menu of craft cocktails. Fantastic service, and wonderful ambience. I felt like stepped back in time. It is quite possibly one of the most romantic after dinner spots I have been too. We will certainly return.
The gold standard for cocktails in Cleveland, and easily one of the finest old school cocktail bars in the country. Each handcrafted drink is perhaps the finest version of the drink Ive ever had. A must visit for locals and tourists alike.
You get what you pay for. If you are looking for a great cocktail, here you go. The drinks were very well done.
Ive been here a few times and the drinks are quite good... When you can get one. My most recent trip left a bad taste. I joined a group of friends at a table near the bar and proceeded to wait 45 minutes for the waiter to come. The bar refused to take orders if you are not seated there so we waited. The waiter never spoke to us and we never did get a drink that night.I noticed a couple come in and the hostess never greeted them. They waited a few minutes before just leaving.I suspect they are rather judgemental about the type of people they want to serve. If you are middle aged and wearing a suit, youll probably have a good time.
Great mixologist bar with some awesome drinks. Basically the drinks each take 15 minutes to make but are well worth the wait as they have so much going for them. You wont even taste the alcohol in the drinks, and the presentation is awesome.
We went for an after dinner drink for my husbands birthday. We were greeted by a lovely man and sat us at the bar. We were told that if we didnt like our drink that we could have another drink to replace this The young bartender took our order and assured me that my drink would be sweet and not bitter when I questioned the ingredients. My drink was only a half full glass and when I watched him make it he poured it in the glass and didnt like the way it looked and added more bitters and added back to the shaker before pouring. He never came back to us to ask if we even liked our drinks...which I didnt and had to swap mine with my husband and bless his heart he was able to swallow it down. We drank our two 18 dollar drinks with no one even asking how our experience was. We travel often and are used to higher priced drinks but wont be back due to poor service.
Great service, tasty drinks. Happy hour is half off drinks and from open until 7pm Monday-Friday. During the week you get a much more laid back experience, on the weekends they are swamped.
Best cocktails in cleveland for two decades now. there is a massive proliferation of cocktail bars and some do a solid job. but the vtr still holds title over them all, i do believe. and they’ve got a sneaky good few and fresh craft beers from market garden for the folks in your group who prefer local craft beer to cocktails. vtr keeps the proverbial bar very high and still caters to all guests..... 👍👍
The best drink menu Ive seen in a long time. The mixologist behind the bar was 5 star also. Great place for some jazz music, conversation and superb drink.
Simply the best bar experience you can ask for. Everything is perfect and nothing changes which makes for a consistent experience that you cannot find anywhere in Cleveland
Awesome local bar. A bit of a sticker shock for a drink. But well worth it! Bartenders here treat it like an art form. You will never get a better drink in the city. Very classy vibe, you sort of need to dress up. Also the place doent get much business before 8ish, so plan on going a little later.
The best Manhattan in Cleveland, hands down. Great scotch and whiskey drinks in general. Really cool atmosphere with live music, and a great happy hour discount ($8 per drink).
Absolutely amazing experience. The custom drinks were exceptional!
No blenders here. Shaken many times to make a drink frothy if needed. Home made mixers like bitters n ginger ale n candied cherries n fresh whole lemons n limes etc! All drinks top shelf n custom blended. No sex on the beach here... comfy bar chairs n sofas n private bar in the back w patio n real putting green. Live jazz on a grand piano too.
If you are in Cleveland for the nightlife and don’t go to The Velvet Tango Room, you have wasted your night.Walking in the doors of this seemingly dilapidated exterior is like stepping onto the scene of a bygone era. The mood extends through the entire interior of the building with impeccable style to match exceptional service. The warmly lit bar provides just the right ambiance mixed with fantastic live jazz at just the right volume accompanied with painstakingly crafted cocktails and drinks which are all made from scratch. Absolute perfection.The Hemingway Daiquiri is deliciously refreshing Caribbean taste and should not be missed. The Trinidad Sour, found in the “unclassifiables” section of the menu, is described as including a mighty dose of angostura bitters; it’s an absolute flavor bomb and not for the faint at heart. I’m smiling even now thinking about how much I enjoyed it. The Tahitian vanilla gelato is an absolute must and the perfect way to end your evening.
Great atmosphere (especially if you get a reservation in the back room), great cocktails, and great piano playing by local musicians. A hidden gem in Cleveland
This place is a hidden gem. yes, their drinks are kind of expensive, but this place is definitely worth exploring. Make a reservation to make sure you get good seats and service. Outside sitting area feels very comfortable and private.
Excellent service. Even better cocktails. Check that Sazerac if you know whats good for you.
The front of the building is pretty drab, but I think its a strategic move to keep from overcrowding. This place was awesome. The interior is excellent, the front is well lit while tht back is dark and mysterious. At first I could not see intransition from front to back, but then everyones eyes adjusted surprisingly well. Drinks are probably the best in Cleveland. Everything is made from scratch. The waitresses and bar tenders were prompt, professional, very familiar with the menu and the drinks. I was here with a group of friends from work, we asked about a thousand questions and went with the hostess recommendations. The drinks were unanimously delicious. It was my first visit after living in CLE for 5 years. I definitely missed out. Standard drink prices are $18 but dont let that scare you away. They are well worth it, and arguably the best in CLE. I would highly recommend trying it out.
Best cocktail in Cleveland. Got invited by the owner and came with Phillip one night. Worth every $ spent on a cocktail. Small and cozy place to hangout with a piano room. A must see!
Best Negroni in Cleveland. Staff is warm and knowledgeable. Even if you dont know what to get, if you give them a flavor profile, they will make you something wonderful.
One of clevelands finest offerings! This is the place for someone who appreciates a well-made drink or three. I wouldnt go too much farther than that because they are stiff! But well-made. This is a great date spot, as well!
Best cocktails Ive had in the city. Priced like they know theyre the best. Given that I and others continue to return to the place, it seems they know what theyre worth alright.
Love this place! Great drinks!
This place has the best cocktails in Cleveland! From the most classic classics to new recipes and everything in between. Youll pay for them, but thru are worth every penny! This remains the classiest bat in Cleveland, no other cones close!VTR is a great stop before or after dinner, but if you come early you have a great chance of getting a couple of seats at the bar, which is awesome because you get great conversation and a front row seat for some really cool cocktail making!Finally, you can reserve the back yard for private parties, which is a great way to enjoy VTR privately with friends!
Early Saturday, November 10th. Approximately 6: 45 pm.My buddy and I have been to this bar many times since its conception. However we stopped going out period in Cleveland due to the new arrogance that seems to be prevailing in this Great City. Saturday we were at a restaurant in Lakewood and thought - lets go to Velvet Tango we havent been there in ages. All I want to know is What The (expletive) happened here?The Saturday experience:1) Greeted by a hostess wearing what looked like her Grandmothers Table Cloth belted at the waist. Very rude with attitude.2) Was ABRUPTLY told I could not wear a hat in the bar. It wasnt a casual would you mind, it was a Sister Mary Command. Very Very Rude. This is Cleveland Ohio, it gets VERY COLD people wear hats as to not lose body heat.3) When I informed the serving wench that I didnt want water, she blasted back that because of the potency of their drinks everyone gets water. I said nothing, but I DO NOT drink unfiltered tap water in Cleveland Ohio. Im looking forward to extending my life. Anyone think of saying something like______________? No Im not helping your poor excuse of a bar out.4) I ordered a Dewars, splash of water.5) My drink finally arrived, it was more like a water with a splash of Dewars. It included a twist that I did not ask for. So much for the proclaimed potency of your cocktails. As my 84 year old Aunt told a bartender - next time you make me a drink, put some liquor in it.6) In synopsis, I hope you go under you give the F&B business a bad name. Ill spend my money somewhere else where its wanted.
Amazing cocktails and the bartenders will help you find something you like. Sit at the bar if you can. Our wait time was long and the drinks were on the pricey side.
Very good atmosphere, super refined. If you like live jazz, beautifully crafted cocktails, and a quiet bar, this is your place.
Amazing, one of a kind artisan cocktails. The kind you read about, but never actually see served anymore, complete with egg white froth! Luscious ambiance, knowledgeable, friendly staff.
Fantastic bar! Friendly staff a pleasure to watch, the drinks are out of this world, live music is great, the atmosphere is amazing. Highly recommended!
Perfect place to relax and enjoy a great cocktail
I love this hidden gem located in the almost forgotten Duck Island neighborhood of Cleveland Ohio. The drinks are carefully handcrafted by extremely skillful mixologists while you enjoy music from a live jazz band.
The real deal...absolutely the best cocktail bar in Cleveland and we love it every single time!
This place has great drinks excellent live jazz! I would give 5 stars, but the waitstaff can be a little pretentious; however, their waitstaff are extremely knowledgeable!
Best signature hand made cocktails. They have a happy hour until 7pm which makes almost all the cocktails making them $10
You never insult the guest, especially one willing to spend 16 bucks on a single cocktail. Youre not exclusive enough to have requirements regarding wearing hats in your establishment.
I was excited to finally try a drink here, got seated by the hostess and then about 15 minutes went by without one person acknowledging us. We walked out. Too bad. Bartenders were wiping down bottles.
Best cocktails around!! Really unique experience!
We LOVE going to Velvet Yango for special occasions! Drink are a bit expensive but you never need more than 2. Great experience and akways a nice time!
This is possibly one of the coolest places Ive been. Old speakeasy vibe with amazing drinks and good music. Be prepared to shell out some schmeckles, but it will be worth it.
Welcome back VTR! Great drinks and service! The ace looks fantastic! Worth the wait
Great speakeasy and cozy atmosphere for dates. Loved the absinthe based cocktail I had years ago, I think it was a Sazerac
Amazing staff, amazing cocktails, amazing atmosphere!
Fantastic speak easy!!! The live piano player they had was brilliant. Also they have a ginger beer the owner makes that is to die for!
Such a luxurious experience. will definitely be back here
Expensive but worth it! Beware the strong drinks ... At $18 each theyre packed with booze. The back room is elegant and worth the reservation in advance.
Perfectly cozy atmosphere with live jazz music and incredible drinks. Cant wait to visit once VTR opens back up!
Great bananas foster. Disappointed they didnt have the scotch I wanted. Also one of the girls was a little rude when we got there. Wasnt our waitress.
I despise the taste of alcohol, and yet the miracle workers at the VTR have always found something delicious for me to drink. I heartily recommend the amaretto sour and the cheese platter.
Great drinks and atmosphere. You cant go wrong visiting this place for happy hour. Cheers!
Overpriced lousy cocktails. Slow service. 70s lounge atmosphere. Save your money, many better bars in Cleveland.
Very nice scenery! Wonderful experience! A bit on the pricey side but if youre prepared for that its worth it! Such a great time.
Elegant atmosphere and the best cocktails in town by far, dress to impress, this is not your average bar.
Amazing drinks. We had an absolutely fantastic time.
Very classy and great Manhattans
Great cocktails and friendly helpful service
You wont find better cocktails or people dedicated to the excellence of them anywhere else on the planet
Went for the first time 5/13/16 - knew it would be expensive - atmosphere, knowledge of bartenders and drink quality made it worthwhile. If you want a cheap drink, go to a cheap bar.
Drinks are almost $20 each. Definitely not worth the cost for live music and a lounge atmosphere. Save your money.
This place is fantastic. Great drinks and great atmosphere. If you are from Cleveland or visiting definitely check this place out.
Loved the decor and cocktail menu. Customer service was amazing and the life jazz bands was awesome too
Pros: great atmosphere good service well made drinksCons: huge menu that didnt feel like it had any direction just a lot of drinks
Velvet Tango Room was great as always. They even called someone in to make bananas foster when we requested it even though that person wasnt actually scheduled to work that night.
Enjoyed this place, first time there. Ordered two different Manhattan s different than Im used to but very good.
Excellent customer service and great ambiance. Have caught some really memorable jazz bands here as well, and always eager to go back.
My favorite bar in Cleveland. Fantastic people with an atmosphere to match. Perfect spot for a date or to just hang out with a friend.
If you are okay with the cheapest drink being $20 and for it to not be that good then this is your place. You are paying purely for a classy relaxed atmosphere
Some of the best cocktails in Cleveland. Pricey but worth it! Check out their happy hour!
Great place to get an amazing cocktail. Live music adds to the intimate setting.
This place is fine. The ambiance is relaxing, but for the drink price the understanding of balance should be three levels higher.
Love the atmosphere. Was a little disappointed that they didnt have more unique/ obscure ingredients.
Classy, huge cocktail list, friendly staff. Well decorated. Pricy but worth it
Love this place for the ambiance, the live jazz and of course amazing cocktails, but the servers could be more friendly
Wonderful drinks but pricey.
Absolutely phenomenal. Knowledgeable and kind staff and a great atmosphere
No jazz band playing when they said they were and waited in back room for 2 hours. Atmosphere and bartenders great though
Great location, art and mixology at its finest. Bang for your buck
Fun place to go for a drink and to listen to some live jazz. Be ready to spend though, drinks are pricey.
WARNING! Place has a dress code no T - Shirts for men and unfortunately its not obvious on their website. Would rate higher but this info needs to be first and front on the website.
The best cocktails in Cleveland. Happy hour is a bit more budget friendly.
Amazing service and the happy hour deals are much cheaper! The live jazz band was there too
Delicious, from-scratch cocktails. Friendly, knowledge staff, beautiful atmosphere.
Came here on a Monday night for a birthday gathering. It was delightful. Cheese, bread, booze. What else can you ask for?
Cocktails in a classy atmosphere. Arguably one of the best drink menus around.
Been to plenty of jazz clubs, and the Green Mill would not have charged me $18 for a mediocre Manhattan.
Cute place, but very overpriced for mediocre cocktails ($18 each)
Came here on a Saturday. Staff treated us so nice. The place has a cool atmosphere.
Wine is good. But, tooooooo noisy........You need to shout your friends to make sure they can hear what youre saying.....
Always amazing cocktails. Great atmosphere and service.
It was very nice inside, great drink menu. The service was fantastic.
The place to go for a special night out of handcrafted, amazing cocktails. It is an experience
Awesome and qyaint, excellent drinks if youre in the mood to spend some money
Was trying to reach them. Never picked up a phone. When I came over they told me that reservations only. Terrible
Super small, extremely over priced and if you want pop- it’s flat as can be... not worth your time
Great atmosphere, great jazz trio. Drinks are pricey
Never disappointed. Every drink is made as intended.
Great ambiance and even better cocktails in this Ohio City speakeasy
Excellent cocktails, very pleasant staff. This is a must go!
This is literally one of the best places in Cleveland. Fresh, Professional, and great Atmosphere. This is truly a Cleveland Gem!
Very cool lounge bar. The very best whiskys and cocktails
Beautiful Atmosphere & the Best drinks I ever had.
What a great place. Good drinks and wonderful music
Great, traditional speakeasy with live jazz and finely crafted cocktails.
Great drinks and atmosphere. I highly recommend this place!
They have a huge selection, comfortable atmosphere, but be prepared for high prices. I would go back.
Drinks were good but we waited an hour and a half for one! Service was awful.
Excellent cocktails, great service, a generally fun time.
Service was great explained the various drinks and was extremely attentive
Fabulous cocktails in an unbeatable setting. The bartenders are in a class by themselves!
Wow! These drinks were amazing! And not because I tried five of them
Great service, and best drinks Ive ever had.
The bartender said we could not get a drink from them. Had to wait for a waitress even though we were standing at the bar
A real Cleveland gem! Delicious drinks and a great space for en enjoyable evening.
Great atmosphere, music. Drinks a little pricey.
Perfect little hideaway. Great drinks and cozy atmosphere.
Outstanding mixology. Quality spot for higher end cocktails.
Best drinks around! Great atmosphere!
Super cool space! great drinks and wonderful music
One of the best cocktail lounges in the city. But shhhhhhh, its a secret
Very classy place. Great drinks!
Love the VTR! Weve been going there for years and absolutely this place!
Love the ambiance & the jazz band❤
Very nice atmosphere and great drinks.
Best cocktails in Cleveland, show up early to get a table, it can get busy
Love this place. Great people, great cocktails
This place is absolutely one of my favorites. the bill was appropriate for the quality.
Top shelf drinks. They make their own ginger beer
Best cocktail place I have ever been to.
Simply wonderful. Theres no place like it.
Total reviews rating 4.6
199 Reviews for Velvet Tango Room 2023:
Review №1
2022-05-06Visited once and had a tremendous experience. The vibe is outstanding and whatever essential oils they have going on make it all the better. The staff are well suited to the environment and the drinks are on point. Seán as the expert bartender made all the difference with his superb recommendations and great tastes. I took his recommendations and it made the evening remarkable. 5 stars.
Review №2
2022-04-04Fantastic, best craft cocktails in town. There are allot of great cocktail bars in Cleveland to get a drink. But this one is the best. Small plates to eat.
Review №3
2022-01-14Great experience. The three women working last night were all very sweet, personable, and attentive. My cocktail was fantastic. We will be back next time were in town.
Review №4
2022-07-09The bartenders made the experience so much better. Helped us with drinks showed us the place and live jazz music. Great place
Review №5
2022-05-24Velvet Tango Room bills itself as one of Cleveland’s premier craft cocktail bars, but this place just falls short in so many ways. We dropped in on a Saturday night around 8pm and were pleased to find two open seats at the bar. After waiting nearly 15 minutes for menus and water, we ordered our drinks- one house cocktail and a vodka martini. We watched as the bartenders prepared several orders before ours, and honestly it just felt like amateur hour. The bartenders did not seem knowledgeable when it came to simple drinks outside of the cocktail menu, and communication just seemed… off. The bar was full and obviously busy and the owner/manager was helping to fill waters, but without any introduction or acknowledgement he just appeared visibly angry and upset. Not the best look! Bright lights and a loud atmosphere pretty much drown out the live music in back. If you’re looking for a swanky cocktail lounge where you can enjoy quality drinks and live music, there are much better places in town. Sorry.
Review №6
2022-05-22My experience was nothing short of amazing and I cant wait to go back! The bartenders were polite and fun and I had such a great time trying new and delicious cocktails made to a tee.
Review №7
2022-06-12Absolutely charming place! Attentive waitstaff and an interesting drink menu. We did not get to see the live performer; however, the atmosphere was still great.
Review №8
2022-07-17Stopped by here on a whim. Great live jazz trio, cocktail menu is massive. If youre reading this youll probably enjoy it.
Review №9
2022-04-18Great drinks and service. Lovely atmosphere.
Review №10
2021-12-06Absolutely loved this place. Great environment and live music. The bar tender (wonderful lady with short silver hair) was amazing. Worked with my table to find the best choice for each of us and was super friendly. The drinks were delicious. I wished I lived in the Cleveland area so I could come back more often!10 out of 10!