This place is more than a party bar hotel, it is a high energy, well executed SOBE entertainment extravaganza. We stayed twice totaling nine days over the past three months. Originally planned as our son's 21st b-day following college finals. A last minute change had my wife and I visiting first then I returned with our son a few months later. This review combines both visits.
Describing it as a party bar is an understatement. The Clevelander is a choreographed entertainment experience staffed by well qualified and friendly people that understand and deliver outstanding customer service. Our stays included visits to every venue, pool and patio, deck, roof and sports bar at the property as well as, Zen Sai, a restaurant at the adjoining sister hotel. We also watched a Miami Marlins baseball game from the Clevelander bar inside Marlins Stadium. Typical days began across the street at the beach. Midday, still in beach attire, back to the hotel pool/patio area for late lunch and happy hour drinks. The pool/patio area is party central on the corner of Ocean Drive and 10th across from the main Lummis Park ocean beach entrance. The music and beat provide a vibe for the whole area. Expect the street and sidewalks to be a parade of cars and pedestrian people watchers focused on the Clevelander crowd. During our second visit internationally acclaimed guest DJ Calvin Harris packed the pool and patio with bikini clad revelers that nearly shut down the street with gridlock. At times like this being a hotel guest has its benefits with express entrance. This benefit is even more apparent late night when the party moves to the roof top and hotel guests go to the front of the elevator line.
Many served us so well and it may seem unfair to name just a few, but here goes a few memorable experiences and staff members including one we thought just exemplified outstanding service. First, standing in the lobby during a rain down pour and commenting to my wife I didn't want to get wet walking to the sports bar, Wally, taps me on the shoulder and says follow me, Â short cut through the back, in no time we're at the sports bar, still dry. A few snacks and half dozen drinks later Wally sees us in the lobby and asks how we liked it (bar). Â Next was Brian at Marlins Stadium Clevelander. He welcomed people like it was a private party and the food and beverage service was so fast it felt like he had a cooler behind our seats. Next, a cigar girl, realizing her inventory didn't include a cigar I wanted, having bought it twice prior, ask if I didn't mind waiting a few minutes, left and returned with the elusive cigar I could only describe by its size and band. Â Lastly, and our favorite, was a blonde bartender named Barbie. During our stays I think we ended up at her bar/station four or five times. Although we had been patrons of many of the bartenders, all of whom were very professional and with many qualities, it was Barbie that we were most impressed. From the moment you sat down or stepped up to the bar she was friendly and very personable. Always offering a menu to review, she made it easy to know what was available and answer any questions about the specialty drinks or food offerings. If we did get food, the set-up (cutlery, napkins, condiment) was always complete. You never had to ask for anything, it was either there or she had already ask. Â She seemed to be one of the hardest working people we met, consistent, totally in control of what she was doing and always attentive. In our experience there were no mistakes and she provided outstanding service.
Just an observation, the Clevelander is about a high energy party environment and although the main stream crowds are 20 and 30 some things, if you've got the game and energy for a party, it's not uncommon or uncomfortable to be older as were many couples and small groups we saw.
If you are into the South Beach experience, the Clevelander is it. The place is loud so if you want peace and quiet, go to Maine. The rooms are modern minimalist and very clean, they have no writing desks and the bathroom doors are smoked glass, not as revealing as airport scanners, but close. So if you are on a business trip, although they have WiFi, it would be best to do your work at Starbucks. If the bathroom doors are too intimate for you and your roommates, bring more intimate roommates. The customer at the Clevelander is part of a choreographed entertainment experience, so go with the flow and you will have a blast.
This place sucks!!! Â unless you are in the mood for an overpriced spring break/rap video setting. Â Service with an attitude. The food is decent. the vibe not so much(unless what I stated earlier is your thing.) Â
They have a cool karaoke on Monday nights with a band and a large bar tab prize.
For people seeking the spring break experience I did witness a women in her 30's receiving cunnilingus in the pool.
Choose wisely.
We stayed here for one night, it just happened to be the big NBA game, the Heat vs the Spurs--so I'm not sure if our experience is typical. Â It was one huge wild party--which was a little overwhelming for us, but still entertaining. The party was fun, but you can't get away when you're done for the night. Â There is no where to relax because the halls are full of drunk shouting people all night long. Â We finally tried to go to bed around 3 am and the party was still hopping in the hallway and it woke us up about ever hour after we finally fell asleep. Â The party was still going on at 9am! Â I am all for a good time, but really??!! Â 200$ should at least buy me a few hours of sleep. Â This review is for the hotel, the bar and the restaurant combined. Â The food was surprisingly delicious and the service in the bar was good too! Â They have some great drinks, and even affordable during HH! Â We had fun, but next time we will hang out here, but stay at another hotel.
Review Source:Came here for the recent NBA finals game 6 Heat vs Spurs, looking for a good time and we did get one. Drinks are expensive, what else can you expect in SoBe.
The place is pretty huge with a gigantic basin in the center of their vacant gaping pool. No where to really sit and when we did find a table, the lady quickly came up and told us it's a $100 minimum to sit there. We didn't mind too much... but it was a small round table for two right next to the restroom and their service door. So much freakin traffic, you have no idea.
We were about to order some pitchers until we saw their special for a half bottle (375ml) of grey goose and 4 red bulls for $75. Not too shabby. We ended up ordering that "boat" and requested for sugar free red bulls. It came out about 15 minutes later and we started downing as many ice cold "windex" flavored shots as we could. Next thing you know, we ordered another "boat" and our tab came out too $190 with tip and tax. Not too bad. Would I return... hmm maybe.
I've only been to the club/bar whatever you like to call it so my review is on the bar.
Drinks: totally not overpriced. Â What is everyone talking about?? This ain't NYC, you guys think this is bad? Sorry to bust your bubble when you buy a $20 drink in NY. Â
Downside to it? The drinks are cheap liquors, it's fake liquor. Â You ask for a Dewar's and you get a hangover. Â You ask for a gg, and you get a Georgi in a Grey Goose bottle. Â Delicious! Not. Â I woke up feeling wretched the next day. Â Only after 1.5 drinks, I couldn't drink anymore of it!
Music: Super awesome. Well, walking in while they're playing "I'm from NY" is kind of awesome. Â It was like my own little entrance and all eyes were on me. Â (Maybe it was because I was singing off key in a hoochie dress, but this is my review damnit.) Â
The DJ kept it going with a nice mix of R&B some old Biggie some of us non rappers trying to rap our way through the night.
And the bathroom? Girl's bathroom? What? No line? No wait? Â Do girls even pee anymore? I found this oddly strange the place was packed and there was barely anyone in the bathroom? No girls doing cocaine in the stalls? Â No girls throwing up in the toilets. Â Unreal.
I stayed until the night was over, and the worst part...I had some guy stalk me. Â He wouldn't leave me alone, kept begging for my number. Â He even followed me out to my car, asked to take a photo with me. Â I'm no celebrity. But the best part is he asked where I was staying, I didn't want to tell him. Â My cousin said, "Sofitel, room 236". Â I screamed at her for telling him! Â You can tell he was one of those psychos who probably would've came to the hotel. Â My friends and I got into the car and we left...we were never staying at Sofitel. ha.
Came here a few times during my SoBe visits so I can give a review now that the honeymoon phase about SoBe is over. The first time I came here my friend and I had the luxury of ordering whatever we wanted because a nearby table picked up the tab...can we say....THANKS. The second visit here was out of my pocket so now that I've seen how pricey this place is I'm really saying THANKS GUYS whoever and where ever you are!
Food:
I had the plasure of trying the wings, buttery ranch was excellent! I'm not a ranch dressing fan at all but ranch flavor I can handle, they are really really good. The fries are hit or miss not a big fan, but again I am starting to thing folks down here in FL are not fans of carbs in any shape, form or fashion like they are in ATL or other parts of the south and thats ok. The buffalo shrimp was great, big juicy shrimp in not too hot buffalo sauce for those that can't stand tooo much heat. Coconut shrimp was great as well.
Drinks:
Had the infamous Corona-rita, it is HUGE, larger than you may expect, people were stopping by our table to take pics with us and the drinks because they really are unbelievable when you see it in person. Good and will get you where you need to be. I couldn't drink all of mine, it kept melting and the "I'm On It" guys had to keep bringing me napkins and wiping down my table because I'm a rookie lol. But if you want a strong drink that is your best bet, I will say you need to share this drink with someone because it really is a lot to take in. It has two Coronas, 4-6 shots and the slushie drink all in one....yeah. And its not cheap so split it with a pal.
Service/Atmosphere:
We always opt to sit on the sidewalk because we love to people watch and as long as we are under an umbrella we are good to go. The service is pretty good, the servers are kind of like the girls at Hooters they talk with their customers I liked that because I was able to find out the stuff about Miami/SoBe that many tourists wouldn't know and the atmosphere....lets just say you have to see it for yourself. There are all kinds of people out here from all walks of life. Will make for a great time.
After arriving in Miami, my boyfriend and I were on a mission to look for a great place for food and drinks to celebrate the start of our vacation. After fighting our way through the many harassing hostesses belonging to several restaurants on Ocean Drive, we finally found a place that represented everything about Miami: Big Drinks, Loud Music and plain ol' fun! We decided to take a seat and enjoy our time at the Clevelander.
Seating:
Pros: The restaurant is primarily positioned outside, which was fun as it was a nice day.
Cons: Everyone is walking right past your table. Other tourists walking around, practically dining with you. One lady approached me and began asking me all about my meal and drink...no privacy.
Service:
Pros: We had a waitress that was sweet as pie. She delivered great service, had a wonderful attitude and was helpful when we asked her questions about Miami.
Cons: This place has female waitresses, wearing the most scandalous outfits (I know the men must enjoy this)
Drinks:
Pros: The drinks are HUGE. My boyfriend and I ordered two large drinks, that came our frozen and looked delicious.
Cons: Can you say WATERED DOWN?! The drinks were heavily watered down. I was hoping that I would not need to drink half of this cocktail to feel buzzed, but I was waiting for the feeling and it never came.
Food:
Pros: We ordered the Ranch Chicken Wraps with Sweet Potato Fries, which didn't take too long to make. The fries were hot with just the right amount to salt on them. The wrap was different but tasty.
Cons: I did not necessarily care for the wrap due to my own preferences, but it was okay. If I must list a negative, I would say that it could have been bigger for the cost.
Overall: I give this place 3 stars. For drinks and meals that totaled up to $70.00 for two people (18% gratuity included), It was a decent way to experience Miami for the first time. Just don't get suckered into buying any expensive drinks, as ours were watered down.
The exact opposite of all things classy. I won't say much about this place... Since I don't have anything nice to say... Besides the view of the city from up on the roof top. But who can even enjoy that when sloppy drunks are knocking into you and screaming "I'm in Miami bitch!". Another trashy Ocean ave. bar for the people that come to Miami, and leave their dignity at home.
Review Source:$10 cover on a Saturday night, not bad for South Beach. Â ~$10 shots of SoCo lime, not bad for South Beach. The DJ this night played some good music but had musical ADD, where he only played 1-2 verses and he was off to the next song, maybe 30 seconds tops on some songs. Â So once you get into the song, he's off to the next. Â So after a while, that got old. Â But we still had a great time dancing the night away. The dance platform was big enough. Then two of our friends got their cell phones stolen from their purses. Â So just watch your surrounding or carry a clutch purse ladies.
Review Source:I was in South Beach for work, and a coworker took me here for lunch. He wanted to make sure I got a glimpse of the South Beach scene... and yup... sure did.
I've lived by the ocean in different cities for almost 5 years now, so I know the definition of a tourist trap and what exactly that entails... and ya know what? Sometimes that's OK.
Huge, huge HUGE fruity drinks... I can't remember the exact ounce-dge but the glass was bigger than my head! Normally a $32 drink, but luckily for us it was happy hour. :)
The "scene" was absolutely there.... we sat outside facing the beach, saw vacationers living it up, scantily clad, skinnier than thou servers in hot pants and a ton of folks arriving for Memorial Day weekend.
I did not have high expectations for the food selections, but I was pleasantly surprised by the tachos. (What?! Tater tots that are covered in nacho goodness?!) I dove right in and was a happy girl and they helped soak up some of the alcohol from the fruity frozen concoction.
Pizza, eh, not good at all but my thoughtful coworker lugged it around with him all day and ended up giving to a homeless guy on the beach.
Speaking of beach, after lunch, we just jumped across the road and hit it up.
Great location, I'd say a must for a vacationer. Great people watching here with a great view.
Went here for happy hour drinks and a snack. Â Exceeded our expectations! Â Even though the drinks are a little pricey, they are so enormous that it's actually a good deal. Â Excellent drink selection!
Ok, so expected the drinks to be good... but what really surprised us is that the food was excellent too! Â And our server was fantastic. Â Went way above and beyond in treating us and providing recommendations.
Loved our time here. Â Great people watching, drinks, food, service, and ambiance!!
Came for lunch. The food exceeded expectations, and was surprisingly good. I would recommend getting the tater tachos! Tater tots with nacho toppings! Not something you see everyday. Skip the fish tacos. The pizza is average, so if you're hungry, I would say go for it. The servers are very friendly, which is a plus. Not a bad place to get lunch.
Review Source:Ok so this review is for both staying here and partying here.
Staying here wasn't so great, but I loved coming here to dance so I would stay at a hotel nearby next time.
This place is so strict, it became quite annoying. This was supposed to be a vacation, but it felt more like a chaperoned high school trip. I can't even tell you the number of times I was asked to see my room key. Additionally, I was told I had to stand against the wall when I was waiting for the elevator even though there were no other people around. I was first in an invisible line of people. I felt like I was in a prison lineup. There is only 1 elevator so be prepared to ride it for extensive periods of time, usually crammed in with a bunch of other people. There are no refrigerators in the rooms so you can't bring any of the expensive south beach food and delish seafood back to munch on. We ordered the huge beer towers for a certain price one day and the next day we were charged a completely different price and were informed that "they just changed the price." Riiiight. Also, when you go to the beach there are booths (Boucher Brothers) where you can rent beach chairs and umbrellas and things, but the Clevelander wasn't affiliated with these places. Next time I would stay at a hotel that includes the beach chairs and umbrella with the room reservation. Lesson learned.
I really liked the nightlife scene here though so I would definitely stay nearby next time around. I liked the numerous bars and outdoor dance floor. The DJ during the day time was also fun. This was def. my fav. place to party, had awesome music, and the best crowd.
*****Get the Tachos aka: Tater Tot Nachos. They are friggin amazing, especially to snack on after a few drinks!!*****
Not sure what else I can add to the hundreds of reviews. Â It is a typical tourist trap. Â Loud and full of drunk people young and old. Â
My one tip: Â They automatically tack on 18% tip for any order!!!! Â There are tiny signs around that bar that state this but I highly doubt people actually pay attention. Â Someof the bartenders are nice enough to point this out when you pay but beware of double dipping!!!!
It's funny, you can walk down the entirety of Ocean at night and this will be the only place poppin'. (Except maybe Mango's down the street, but it's a different crowd all together) The music they play is a little out-dated, not the newest, but rather like a  few years old so you definitely know all the words. There's still something about dancing outside that makes you feel so uncomfortable & exposed without getting boozed up first. Not to mention all the creepy men standing around the dance platform. There's also a pool but I didn't see anyone swimming.
It's a good place to hang out in the afternoon/evening during happy hour. You get carded before even walking in. Their big drinks are half price and you can add Coronas & shots for a few bucks more. Alicia was our server, she was awesome.
Party atmosphere, nice people, games on the TV.
Visiting Miami Beach for the weekend with a group of 12, we walked by the Clevelander on Saturday night and dismissed it because of the cover charge. But when we went by again on Sunday, the bouncer told us that the rooftop club had no charge. Party on the rooftop? Yeah, we're going up.
There's a small dance floor and a bar up there, plus an awkward unisex bathroom. The DJ played the same kind of music you hear coming from every club on Ocean (read: Pit Bull every other song), but they also had a dude playing along on a bongo set, which was pretty neat. It looked like you could get bottle service if you really want it, but since we were just there to dance our faces off on a roof, we went with the free option.
I know this review is timely but I'm no bandwagoner: I've been a fan of The Clevelander for a while. Yes, it's on Ocean. Yes, it's a scene. Yes, it can be filled with loud out-of-towners making bad decisions. But... it's on Ocean (with a view of the beach). It's a scene (you're in Miami, [redacted]!). It's filled with out-of-towners making bad decisions (whether you want to observe or join in, it's a party).
While The Clevelander is known for its late night carousing, sports-love, C-level balconies, fruity frozen drinks, karaoke, and semi-naked servers, there's more to this Sobe icon. Namely, the location. Don't believe me? Come here on a lazy Friday afternoon in the fall. Order a frozen beverage (forget the beer cred; you're at The Clevelander and you should give in to the entire experience). Sit at a table facing east. Feel the breeze. Look at the beach. Look at the beachgoers. Sip your beverage. Recognize that this is your life. Not so bad, eh?
I can imagine that late at night it's a different story and, indeed, I've been here late at night when TC is packed to the gills, there's a cover to get in and the likelihood of getting spilled on is high. That's no fun. Anywhere. But, besides watching the drama of drunken cryfests/hook ups/bad dancing at 2 in the morning, I remind myself that I can steal away during the day time for a tasty sandwich and fries and take my time taking in the sun, fun and scene of one of Ocean's most tolerable entities for locals (you know what I'm talking about). It's almost Friday. Where are you spending your late lunch?
This is a fun spot to be at on Miami Beach. Great location, near many people and things to do. Great frozen drinks and food.
The atmosphere is very young and sexualized though. Depending on what you're going for it could be a hit or a miss. Definitely for younger crowds and people looking to hook up (although I'm a fan, NOT what I was there for).
LETS SEE!
First time in Miami we chose The Clevelander, two nights Tuesday and Wednesday. Its the perfect place throughout the week because although the beach may not be as live as it is on the weekends, its always entertainment at The Clevelander.
-Friendly staff upon arrival
-We were able to check in early
-We received drinks called "Miami Vice"! Â Although it was only about 11am I needed a drink and this was right on time!
-Our room was upgraded at no charge, to poolside view
-Access to the hotel behind (Essex house/hotel)
-Very secure
CONS
-No fridge or microwave in the room
-If you come here to actually sleep, you're wasting your money! The party and live DJ goes till about 4:30am. They do provide earplugs!
-No complimentary breakfast, just water & coffee
-The restaurant/food is very overpriced, but they have happy hour (half off) from 4pm-7pm
The late night staff was nothing like when we arrived, at a certain time they have security post out front and check-ids for access in. They were rude and unfriendly.
The highlight was being called prostitutes! We couldn't bring outside drinks in so we stood on the sidewalk (corner) just people watching and enjoying the entertainment, while we finished. During this multiple people came up to us making small talk and being friendly. As we finished and tried to go into the pool/entertainment area the security told us not to be offended but they had just said thru the radio that they assumed we were prostitutes! Excuse me?!
Overall, The Clevelander offers a decent stay, convenience,and entertainment. Would I stay here again, maybe. For the rates, I believe you could also find somewhere cheaper and just as nice.
We stopped in to the Clevelander a few times during our stay in Miami.
The first time we stopped in for lunch. It was packed but they had plenty of severs, managers and hosts walking around making sure everything was in order. It was the day of the Pride Parade so it was extra crazy.
We got seated quickly, and served quickly. Â My wife got a mojito or margarita and was told by the server it would be weak if she didn't add an additional shot for an extra charge. That was a bit strange. They should get the drinks "right" as ordered off the menu. I just ordered a West Coast IPA which was tasty and I was happy they had a draft craft beer.
For lunch I ordered fish tacos and they were some of the best fish tacos I've ever had. My wife got a Cobb salad which was good. Her second drink was a top shelf Long Island and that was good and strong as it should have been.
Our return visits were both during "nightclub" hours. It wasn't overly packed, there was no dress code, it was quick service at the bar. The lights and sound are pretty good for an outside hotel bar. I really felt like I was at a nightclub. It's a good spot to casually go out and have a good time and dance, without getting all dressed up and paying super high cover charges. Not to mention it's right on ocean ave making it easy to take a quick stroll along the beach path.
I stayed here about 3 weeks ago. Peak Spring Break Time although I am far removed from Spring Break activity. I decided to stay here after confusing it with the hotel down the street with the huge drinks. Though a tad disappointed that my memory failed me, I wasn't disappointed with my stay.
PROS:
- Me and my friends were greeted with Pina Coladas upon arrival.
- All of the staff were very accomodating and cordial, even when we requested additional towels and washcloths at 3 in the morning.
- The beds were super comfy.
- The water pressure in the shower was fantastic and the water stayed hot. This is very important to me, as I take lengthy showers.
- There were mirrors all over the room. Also important because I like to look at myself and so do the 2 other girls I was with.
- There is food all the time. Drinks, too.
- The location is great! Close to everything! Right in the middle of the action.
- Barring the outside noise from the party from 5pm- 5am, our room was quiet.
- The view from the room enabled us to people watch and I LOVE watching people. Especially drunk people.
- The drinks. Tasty is the only word that comes to mind.
CONS:
- The party that went on until 5am. I know its Miami and its Spring Break but my Lord...there was a party EVERY night right outside my window. Maybe if I was 21 or if I was awake until 5am, it wouldnt have been a problem. Had I had known that, I probably wouldve booked a room on the other side. Or maybe I'm just getting old.
- The bathroom. We could see each other through what I am assuming was supposed to be an opaque sliding door. Imagine going into the bathroom and sitting on the toilet only to have everyone in the room say: "Mita are you on the toilet?! We can definitely see you.' OR my personal favorite: "Mita, step to the left, we can all see your boobs." Great. Eventually we got used to it and started doing fake sexy dances behind the door but initially...definitely weird.
- The room keys kept getting deactivated. I think we got at least 4 new sets of keys.
- The DJ was ass. His selection was terrible.
I would absolutely stay here again and again...just on the other side.
HANDS DOWN THE BEST HOTEL TO STAY AT IN SOUTH BEACH. I honestly have so many great things to say that I could write a book. If you're looking to party & have a great time stay here. If not, then you probably shouldn't really be in the heart of South Beach.
1. The pina coladas they give you at check in, CLUTCH
2. The hotel staff is so accommodating they are absolutely willing to help you no matter what. Great at recommending places to go, etc. The staff is so friendly and cheerful, it makes you never want to leave.
3. The bar is amazing and the food is as well. Just be aware that 18% gratuity is included on ALL tabs (food & drinks).
4. Did I mention the pina coladas?
5. There's a rooftop party that hotel guests can go to without waiting on the line.
6. The security is so on point. They don't let stragglers wander around and they are so attentive to the hotel guests, especially if you've had a little too much to drink they will helpfully get you to where you're going!
The only thing that my best friend & I found strange was the bathrooms in the hotel room.. see through doors? Whatever, spring break we didn't care - but some people might. ALSO, the closets are too small, but we made it work.
Such an awesome place. Great food, great location, tons of fun!!!!!!!!!!!
If you walked down Ocean Dr on South Beach, you've undoubtedly encountered Clevelander, a staple of Miami tourist industry. Â We had a drink here one night. Â The drink had almost no alcohol in it and was super overpriced but it was worth it because the people watching was phenomenal and they had a bar/dance outdoor area as well. Â It's absolutely hilarious to see how many clueless tourists try to take a photo in front of this place while blocking foot traffic for about 50 people per 3 seconds. Â They all get really flustered and frustrated as a result and it never fails to amuse me. Â I wish I had a chance to stay and party it up but instead had to go back to the hotel. Â I intended to return and check it out more but intentions are rarely realized in Miami. Â Oh well. Â Next time.
Review Source:This review is for the bar only not the hotel.
Went here to kill some time between arrive in South Beach and our hotel being ready. Intended on grabbing some quick food, wound up with a 4 gallon bucket of sangria which myself and 2 friends successfully managed to finish.
The food was typical bar food, burgers, chicken fingers, sandwiches etc. There's always a DJ and the place is always a party even during the day. Centrally located too and close to the beach so its a great for anytime or even in between other activities. Right on the Ocean Drive strip and great for people watching.
Get some friends together and get yourself that 4 gallons of sangria. You need that in your life.
This place is always hopping. Â Go anytime on a weekend and there will always be a crowd. Â That's probably the best I can say about this place.
What stinks is the drinks are outrageously overpriced, but I guess that's just South Beach. Â Adding insult to injury, the DJ (at least this past Thursday night) was horrendous and while his song selection was passable, his mixing skills need some help. Â How does this happen on South Beach? Â If you're going to charge $15 for shitty drinks, at least put some of that cash toward a better DJ.
If you are a big sports fan and love the outdoors then this will be right up your alley! The Cleve is great for hanging out with ya boys during big games. They have every sports package you can imagine. Though drink prices can be pricey but hey you are on south beach haha. So be ready to spend although they do also have beer specials during games and great wings.
Late nights they have live music, djs, a rooftop lounge and an inside club. If sure you will have a good time! Cheers!
Went there last night around 2:45 AM after other plans didn't fall through...ladies were free and men had to pay an entrance fee of $10....had a great time...loved the vibe, the sounds, and the laid-back unpretentious attitude...
Only complaint is that I wish they had the kitchen open ....while everyone around me wanted to get drunk, I just wanted some onion rings :-( !!!
Bathrooms were quite clean considering the situation, the hour, and the level of drunkness in the area....staff were friendly..great place to end your night with cool people from around the world. Loved it!
1.50 stars. Â If you've read a modicum of my reviews, it's pretty clear that I love quite a few things about South Beach. Â The Clevelander is not one of them. Â
To me, the beauty of South Beach comes from the emergence of different cultural expressions into a unified whole. Â Whether it is high end European fashion or humble Cuban cuisine, there is a level of color and pride in what people are doing that commands your respect. Â A good percentage of South Beach reflects this character. Â
The Clevelander is a mid-end pretentious shit hole where drinks are egregiously overpriced and the staff is incomprehensibly rude. Â Unfortunately, this is a part of South Beach as well. Â Thankfully, it's a portion that appears to be dying and is being replaced with high end cocktail bars, extraordinary restaurants, and fashionable shops. Â I will certainly not miss the days when places like this and the incorrigible Tantra are no longer part of the South Beach mantra but rather the laughingstock of yesteryear. Â And thankfully, that day is coming soon. Â
There is a time and place for this bar. Â It's when you are young and impressionable, and you think that the driving rhythmic noises of an outdoor night club represent fun. Â It's when you think that paying a 400% percent premium on watered down drinks is OK since you are on vacation. Â It's when you think that wearing a shirt that says, "I'm in South Beach, bitch" is a wise sartorial choice for the afternoon and the concept of an artificial line provides you with any emotion other than laughter. Â
There are people who will tell you that this is what South Beach represents. Â And I will tell you that these are the exact same people who are entirely missing the point. Â
If you want to enjoy South Beach, take in the gorgeous sunsets, eat at some of the country's best restaurants that fall in every price range, allow yourself to fully embrace your own personal expression, and live like a human being. Â Or you could just have some insipid drinks that may or may not contain a roofie or three, wait approximately thirty minutes in a line, get yelled at for absolutely no reason by staff who are suffering from a latent steroid-induced rage, and be another lame South Beach stereotype. Â The choice is yours. Â Choose wisely.
As most reviews say - this is that place (assuming your young and looking to party) that when you get home and talk about your trip - your gonna say I wish we stayed at the Clevelander.  Checked in 2/24 and our rock star host Chad had piña colada's waiting for us.  One of bigger rooms there with a sitting area and an additional flat screen.  The rest of the group stayed in rooms with twin beds and there wasn't much room for four big dudes - let alone luggage.  But we only showered and as informed by Chad "only time you can sleep at this hotel is from 7am-11am" .  Other than shower, sleep or entertain a "new friend or two" .  The place to be is downstairs - all you have to do is look out the window and look at line of people wanting in your hotel and not to mention pay to do so. Â
First day we got there super early and the nice girls had no problem finding us a rock star suite so we traded bag for drinks with chad and were shown to our room. Â He took the time to put us by an elevator that is never crowded and goes straight to the indoor sports type bar with direct access to the outside scene. Â We put shorts on and headed straight to the bar - get the extra shot if you get a frozen drink - it's worth it. Â Ate lunch - hit beach - than meet the rest of our bachelor party back at hotel - they had a very pleasant checkin experience as well. Â
Showered put on our attempt at Miami wear and right back down to the pool area which is all bars and no real swimming - you are allowed to go next door to Essex house to use their pool. Â After dark we ate dinner which we all enjoyed - wonderful waitress split the bill 10 ways perfectly and with a smile. Â Don't remember much more about that night. Â
Trust me and the other thousand reviewers - if you want to party till 5am and have new people at your hotel every time you leave for a bit than this is the spot.
Some people complained about drink prices - it's standard south beach pricing. Â Your on vacation or if like me adult spring break - let go and have fun - worry about money when u get home.
sssoooo bachelorette party weekend...this was our first stop for the weekend... eeehhh.... it was a Friday night and it didn't feel tight... Â 10 sexy hot ladies...ZERO sexy men! Â It was packed...with lots of drunk icky dudes. Mostly non-American. Which is fine and dandy, we are in a tourist hot spot, but it goes to show that the locals don't hang out here...for a good reason. I wouldn't wanna be surrounded by stinky drunk men all night...and the bathrooms were quite disgusting.
Maybe we caught it on a bad night...but it just wasn't all that great. The only saving grace was having my girlfriends there to party with.
This is my favorite place on the beach to watch sports.
This place is so entertaining! I went with a group to watch a NFL playoff game at the sports bar connected to the outdoor area, Game On. TV's all over the place, good service and deals on beer, which is good since drinking at the Clev can add up over three or four hours.
Outside the Clev they sets up a stage where during the game they provide live entertainment with dancers and tumblers, beautiful athletic women doing their thing. With sports, beer and food all around, what is not to like. Most of the restaurant and bar are outside and just a lot of fun.
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