Wine Dive Cle ( Lakewood, OH ) — Restaurant in Lakewood

Wine Dive - from the owners of Lakewood Truck Park and Dive Bar downtown - is easily Lakewood's hottest new weekend hangout at the moment. The space is new, clean and completely renovated from it's former life as a tacaquria. Just the new and clean parts instantly put it above peers in the immediate area.

Despite the name, Wine Dive is a full service bar and restaurant - not exclusively a hangout for wine snobs. It is a very lively social space for young people.

Management is dipping their toes into hosting live music, with their house DJ hosting the party on Saturdays. Can envision where they host more rotating DJs and live bands in the future.

My only criticism of the place so far is that the layout is a bit cramped for the volume of people they are taking in on the weekend. They could be well served pushing some of their tables out of the way to open things up a bit more later in the evening, creating some more elbow room for people. This is especially true in front of their stage area where they'd have an opportunity to open things up into more of a dance floor environment.

If you're young, single and can put up with a bit of a crowd this is a five star...

We stopped going here for about 6 months because we got tired of the incessant sportsball on the TV and the bros that it attracts. It's close by, though, so we finally decided to try this place again.

I had previously rated this place at 3 stars. We gave it another chance and I'm bumping it up to four stars, specifically due to some of the servers and how awesome they are. I have a toddler, so when servers go out of their way to treat my son well, I appreciate it. Jamie is absolutely the best, we love her. She makes every visit great. Sophia has put in extra effort to make my son smile as well, which is great.

I still don't like the constant sports on the TVs, like at least give us some variety. Formula 1 instead of just baseball or football or basketball. The food is well cooked but I think the menu could use some revamping. The drink selection is very good. They've been trying new things that support the local community, like drag brunches, which is great as well.

Perhaps I'm being picky, but I don't think the wine bar/dive bar combination thing works very well. But the drinks are great, the servers are great, the food is pretty good, and it's close, so I'll...

A Hidden Gem in Lakewood If you’re looking for a unique spot in Lakewood, Ohio, Wine Dive is a must-visit. This place perfectly balances the charm of a dive bar with an impressive selection of wines and cocktails. The vibe is undeniably “dive,” but it’s welcoming to everyone. Just don’t expect wine flights here; instead, you’ll find people enjoying shots like at your favorite local watering hole.

The food at Wine Dive is exceptional. The lamb burger is a standout, cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. The chicken club is another must-try, with its juicy chicken and fresh ingredients making it a delightful choice.

The drink selection is excellent, featuring a range of wines from modest to high-end, alongside classic and contemporary cocktails. For those who appreciate a good dive bar beer, you’ll be pleased to find options like PBR, Natty Ice, and Busch Light. It’s the perfect mix of high and low, catering to all tastes.

Overall, Wine Dive offers a relaxed, come-as-you-are atmosphere with top-notch food and drinks. It’s the perfect spot for a casual night out or a fun gathering with...