Edison's Pub Import Beer Parlor wears many hats. As its subtitle implies, it specializes in a variety of beers, from California's Anchor Steam, to Belgium's Chimay, to Spanish, Mexican, German, Irish, and even Polish beers. Edison's also has live music each Saturday, generally blues bands. Finally, it also offers a menu of pizza, sandwiches and salads. Specialty pizzas include pesto pizza, or chicken bacon ranch pizza, or a Hawaiian pizza with ham, pineapple and bacon. Sandwiches include The Tremont, with roast beef, salami, ham, turkey and mozzarella on ciabatta bread, or a customizable veggie sub. Salads include a small side salad or a larger Starkweather with hummus, banana peppers, olives, and feta. - Marjorie Jensen

Midwestern foodies often mourn the lack of variation in restaurant menus with the change of seasons. They won't be disappointed at Chef Rocco Whalen's Fahrenheit, which has a seasonal menu that incorporates the best meat, fruits, veggies and spices available each season. Patrons are assured of fresh and sumptuous fare. Pizzas, pasta, salads, steak and seafood form the staple menu. The martini bar at Fahrenheit is refreshingly innovative. Private dining space for a party of fifty can be arranged.

The Harp is an Irish pub, and while its menu includes some expected Irish fare, it's also filled with American and other dishes. Some decidedly non-Irish examples include Quesadillas, a Spicy Garlic Chicken Panini, or a Turkey Reuben. Of course, there are plenty of Irish options, like a Hot Corned Beef Sandwich or The Harp's specialty Boxty Cakes - Irish potato pancakes. The Harp offers five different kinds of Boxty's: steak, chicken, salmon, vegetarian and corned beef. As a pub, The Harp has a full bar and eleven different beers on tap, including Guiness and Harp. -Marjorie Jensen

Le Petit Triangle Café describes itself as being modeled after a "true Parisian café," complete with bustling kitchen, bakery and coffee, and very small seating space. The menu is filled with French staples, like a three onion soup, croque monsieurs, or ratatouille. Le Petit Triangle also features a variety of crepes. Sweet crepes include a chocolate lovers crepe with Nutella or dark chocolate, or an orange trio crepe with orange honey, butter, and oranges. Savory options include ham & brie, chicken & mushroom, or a simplette with scrambled eggs and cheese. Le Petit Triangle also has a full bar with several wine and beer selections. -Marjorie Jensen

The exterior of this bar cum restaurant is unpretentious but once you enter Johnny's Bar it's a pleasant surprise. A truly fancy bar, the interiors are warm and welcoming. The refined architecture and superb service makes it very popular among people in Cleveland. Sit at the bar and enjoy a range of cocktails or chat with friendly bartenders here. If you fancy something to eat, then try their Italian fish, Egg Pappardelle Pasta, Medallions of Veal and many such sumptuous fares. A great eatery and an equally great bar. Check the website for more details. 

Hidden away in Ohio City, Touch Supper Club offers both an upscale dining experience and a dance club. One section of the restaurant is for dining and another for dancing. The entertainment usually features DJs spinning a variety of music from salsa to '80s, to indie and alternative. The menu is upscale American, generally simple in concept but with unique touches. For example, one of the entrées is a roasted chicken, with capers, sundried tomatoes, sides, and a lemon parsley sauce. Touch also offers staples like a Touch Burger with secret sauce, or mac & cheese with fancy cheese, ham, and peas. Vegetarian options include a vegan roots dish or mushroom pizza. Touch is also famous for its Friday Happy Hour free sushi special. - Marjorie Jensen

Moda is a popular nightclub that promises you a night full of music and entertainment. Sip on a drink, meet new people or simply sway to the rhythms of the night; either way, you're bound to let your hair down and enjoy yourselves. Their varied line-up of live acts, music performances and events will delight all music lovers and make them want to come back for more. With their constant focus on electronic music, you are sure to catch a few celebrity musicians including Paul van Dyke, Paul Oakenfold and many others, now and then. Call for more details on current and upcoming events.

"Cento" (pronounced with the soft "ch") is Italian for one hundred. In Bar Cento's case, it means one hundred different wines on the menu. Beer fans will also be able to check out Bar Cento's next door neighbor and partner, the Bier Markt. Bar Cento provides more than just alcohol; it is also a full restaurant, notable for its Mediterranean cuisine and its full kitchen being open until 2a. There is also a daily "happy hour" from opening until 7p, and other events, such as " "The Rock and Roll Wine Project which mixes live vinyl DJs and wine tasting. The menu focuses on pizzas, and includes both traditional Italian-style, such as the Margherita, and "modern" pizza such as the Sunnyside Pizza with eggs and pancetta. Entrées include Acorn Squash Ravioli or Brick Oven Chicken. Bar Cento is also famous for its fries, which are cooked with rosemary or garlic. - Marjorie Jensen

Light Bistro in Ohio City offers tapas-style fine dining. There are several entrées, although they're intended to be shared amongst the diners. The menu offers " "traditional tapas, such as Potato, Onion, and Carrot Croquettes or Bacon-Wrapped Dates stuffed with almonds and cheese. There are also " "Progressive American Tapas, such as a Potato and Saffron Omelette with Barbecued Salmon, or the Calamari Po'Boy with red pepper aioli and caramelized onions. There are also flatbreads and pork and shrimp skewers. The larger dinner entrées feature the sumptuous Sweet Potato Ravioli with Rustic Ratatouille or even Grilled Ostrich with risotto. Light Bistro also has several tapas-and-wine-tasting events available on their website. - Marjorie Jensen

A night club for gays and lesbians, this place is always crowded with people, especially during special nights. Wednesdays is Ladies' Night, when there are drag shows that are crowd pullers. Food and drinks are served here at the restaurant where you can have a grub before proceeding for the fun evening event. Famous for its hospitality and of course the great music played here, the club continues to be a favorite among locals and a trend setter in its own way. There's a video cafe and a pool table to try a hand at.