Sometimes, there’s an adrenaline rush that only singing karaoke in front of strangers can provide. It helps when there’s booze readily available, and Cleveland isn’t short on that.
From straight up karaoke bars to watering holes that host weekly (sometimes multiple) karaoke nights, here’s where you can bask in the spotlight after you down a few drinks, nearly any night of the week.
Tina’s Nightclub
5400 Herman Ave., Cleveland
You know you’re having a good night if you end up at Tina’s Nite Club for some karaoke. A classic dive bar, the hole-in-the-wall is open seven days a week and offers old-school karaoke (don’t think you’re going to sing a song that came out past 2004) on many of those nights. Credit:@coasterboyjosh/InstagramB Side Liquor Lounge
2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights
B-Side Liquor Lounge is the only place that karaoke is quite literally a shit-show. Hosting Shit-Show Karaoke every Monday night, this dive bar is a place anyone can sing. Credit: Nathan RogersCasey Jones Tavern
14026 Triskett Rd., Cleveland
Every Friday and Saturday night from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., this old-style bar offers karaoke for you to sing your heart out and watch other patrons embarrass themselves through song. Credit:@davidincle/InstagramFlying Monkey Pub
819 Jefferson Ave., Cleveland
Beginning at 8:30 p.m. every Sunday night, pub goers come to belt it out at this popular Tremont spot. Credit:@brewreviewcle/InstagramSenor Tequila
13114 Shaker Square, Shaker Heights,
Serving up authentic Mexican fare, this restaurant also brings the heat by offering karaoke many nights of the week. Credit:Travis/FlickrGalaxy KTV
1593 E 30th St., Cleveland
Unlike your classic karaoke joint, this venue is solely dedicated to the art of karaokeing. With 15 private karaoke rooms and a community lounge, this gorgeous spot offers Asian-style karaoke for everyone. Credit: Douglas TrattnerOtani Restaurant and Pub
180 West Streetsboro St., Hudson
This Japanese restaurant offers more than just fresh sushi. With karaoke every Wednesday night, customers can enjoy late-night bites while listening to each other sing the night away. Credit:@standard.steph/InstagramPunch Bowl Social
1086 W. 11th St., Cleveland
In addition to various forms of entertainment, Punch Bowl Social has private karaoke for those who want to celebrate a night by singing. One to four guests is $25/hour, and five to 10 guests is $35/hour. Credit:@clevelandblacksmithing/InstagramIggy’s Bar
13405 Madison Ave., Lakewood
Karaoke goes down at 10 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday night at this Lakewood bar. They also have an assortment of craft beer, so you can jam out while drinking well. Credit: Alana WhelanLaporte Inn
2092 Grafton Rd., Elyria
With karaoke every Wednesday, this small place offers classic bar foods and a chill atmosphere, so guests can rock out while enjoying the friendly bar feel. Credit: Alana WhelanRudy’s Pub
2191 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights
Every Wednesday, this Cleveland Heights joint is alive with music from the diverse crowd who comes to sing karaoke. Credit:@dylanlsellers/InstagramHappy Dog
5801 Detroit Ave., 216-651-9474
Only hosting karaoke on special occasions, like a Harmony for Hunger to raise money for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank this past January, they also have live entertainment and delicious hot dogs most other nights of the week. Credit:@rainstormworks/InstagramCorky’s Place
13302 Detroit Ave., Cleveland
Named the best karaoke bar by Scene many times, Corky’s Place is quite literally the place to be. Choose from a wide range of songs seven days a week, but make sure to get yours in early because this place is usually pretty packed. Karaoke starts at 7 p.m. Credit: Caitlin SummersSly Fox Lounge
4755 Great Northern Blvd., North Olmsted
This rock club is alive with music seven days a week, but on Sunday and Monday nights it opens up its mic to the public, so anyone can come embarrass themselves while singing. Credit:Jeff Koteles at Banzai Sound, @jeffrahhh/InstagramTime Warp Bar
26261 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake
This Westlake bar has karaoke every Thursday and Sunday, letting guests unleash their top-notch vocals with a professional sound and light show. Credit:Adrian "Hova" Stuart/FlickrBumper’s Bar and Grill
7123 Mentor Ave., Mentor
Known for its premier sand volleyball courts and hosting tournaments, Bumper’s Bar & Grill also has karaoke every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night. Credit:Randi Boice/FlickrBecky’s
1762 East 18th St., Cleveland
Located half a block from Cleveland State’s main campus, Becky’s is always packed wall-to-wall with students downing $2 domestic beers and chowing down on specialty sandwiches. The partiers can start the day at 11 a.m. Monday through Wednesday, 8 a.m. Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m. on Saturday and linger till closing time, when bartenders have to shoo out the patrons. Credit: Scene ArchivesHit Up A Dance Party
In addition to all the concert series, also be sure to check out a whole bunch of no-cover themed series and monthly dance parties at clubs around town: Dollar Country is usually spinning dustbin country at the Little Rose Tavern every month, Emo Night Cleveland brings all the tunes and emotions, and Black Mass Cleveland’s punk-rock drag showcase shouldn’t be missed. Credit: Scene ArchivesChristine’s Bar and Lounge
13993 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland
One of the most fun karaoke nights in Cleveland can be found at Christine’s Bar and Lounge. On St. Clair, you can do karaoke on Monday nights. Credit:@ChristinesBarGrille/InstagramLast Stop Inn
6200 State Rd., Parma
This local Parma bar is a friendly place to grab a drink and belt out your best version of Bohemian Rhapsody or Don’t Stop Believin! They have periodic karaoke nights so check their facebook page. Credit:Last Stop Inn/FacebookMr. Peabody’s Pub and Grille
4967 Pearl Rd., Cleveland
This neighborhood dive bar is known for its lively and friendly atmosphere along with a killer karaoke scene. Credit:Mr. Peabody’s/Facebook