Darts, pool, air hockey, foosball, arcade games, pinball, bowling, bocce ball, skeeball, curling and board games are just a sample of the activities that you can partake in while out for a night in Cleveland. With all these activities and games available at bars, it makes for more than just a drunken night out. Expand your horizons a bit and try one of these spots out next time you’re going out for a night of drinking.

Forest City Shuffleboard 4506 Lorain Ave., Cleveland A bar/restaurant devoted solely to shuffleboard? Sounds awesome. That’s what you can find in Ohio City at Forest City Shuffleboard. Bring your friends, warm up your arms, and sling those discs. And do you know what’s even better than shuffleboard? Shuffleboard, on weed. Credit: Scene Archives
ABC The Tavern 1872 West 25th St., Cleveland A classic Cleveland “old-man” bar with a totally modern vibe, this well-run tavern offers a full bar and plenty of tasty noshes, ranging from roasted red pepper hummus to a humongous burger. Nightly happy hours help make this a popular destination. Photo via Scene Archives Credit: Scene Archives
BottleHouse Brewing Company 2050 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights This Cleveland Heights brewery, which recently expanded with a second location in Lakewood, feels more like a community gathering place than a bar. Live music, board games, arcade games community tables and no televisions gives it more of that living room feeling. And the beer is delicious. Credit: @BottleHouseBrew/Instagram
Dive Bar 1214 West 6th St., Cleveland Dive Bar is the spot for more than just drinking when it comes to the Warehouse District. Skee ball is the game that Dive Bar is known for. They even have skee ball leagues but you gotta bring your ‘A’ game, people are serious skeeballers here. Credit: Scene Archives
Best Bottle Selection: Winking Lizard Multiple Locations Let’s be real: The best part of world travel is sampling each nation’s brew. So leave your passport at home, and slither over to the Winking Lizard. The tour begins in Europe: Visit Belgium for Krullekop Tripel, England for a pint of Boddingtons, and Ireland for some Molings Red Ale. Swing up to Norway for a swig of Aass Bock — which tastes much better than it sounds — and cruise to Germany for Celebrator Doppelbock. Hop a continent to land in Japan’s own Kirin Ichiban, then dip down under for that Australian staple, Foster’s, in the fat 25.4-ounce can. Finally, celebrate your arrival back home with a big bottle of Stone Arrogant Bastard or with the familiar taste of Cleveland’s own Great Lakes. Photo via Scene Archives Credit: Scene Archives
Game On 17103 Detroit Ave., Lakewood Game On opened in Lakewood back in 2015 and has been one of the more fun bars in town since. There’s a bowling machine, air hockey, arcade games, pinball, pool and more. Credit: Scene Archives
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Happy Dog 5801 Detroit Rd., Cleveland Happy Dog is the perfect Cleveland bar – the food is reasonable and good and most weekend nights there’s live music and shows are usually free or cost just five bucks to get in. If you haven’t been to this institution, go next time you have a chance. They also have vintage arcade games, pinball and a gameroom below the bar called Underdog. Credit: Scene Archives
Wild Eagle Saloon 921 Huron Rd., E., Cleveland Since March of 2016, Wild Eagle Saloon has provided a rambunctious setting downtown for young and young-at-heart folks in search of pub grub, craft beer, bar games, vintage arcade games and music. There’s also bocce ball courts, pool and even a ‘Rumble Room’ for arm wrestling and a punching bag. Credit: Scene Archives
B-Side Liquor Lounge 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights Equipped with a full bar and wall-to-wall arcade games, the intimate space is ideal for a fun night out with friends. What used to be more of a concert venue transformed into an arcade a few years back but fret not, they still hold dance nights too. Credit: Scene Archives
Tabletop Board Game Cafe 1810 W. 25th St., Cleveland For those who are content to chill at home and play board games, but also want a change of scenery and a drink, Tabletop in Ohio City is the perfect night out, with friends, with a date, with strangers, really with anyone. They have game concierges ready and willing to help which game is right for you. They also have a bar and good food so plan to go here the next time you’re looking for something besides your regular bar. Credit: Scene Archives
Prosperity Social Club 1109 Starkweather Ave., Cleveland Cozy and retro, this former workingman’s watering hole serves up food, booze, and a bowling machine along with the live music. You’ll find locals laying down everything from lounge and jazz to folk and bluegrass. They also have a kitchen that stays open nightly until midnight and brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Credit: Scene Archives
Duckpin Bowling at Hi and Dry 2221 Professor Ave., Cleveland Yeah, regular bowling is fun, but why not try something new. Duckpin Bowling gives you three turns per frame, on shorter lanes, with smaller balls. So if you’re not so good at the real thing, this place is perfect to not embarrass yourself, unless you’re really, really high. Credit: Hi and Dry/Facebook
Hoopples 1930 Columbus Rd., Cleveland We give a lot of credit to Hoopples for having one of the best views in the city with its industrial panoramic of the river and Cleveland skyline backdrop. An even more glorious scene: a basket full of filled-to-the-brim tacos. Sure, Tower City looks nice all lit up, but it’s twice as nice when you’re throwing back a pint at this spot in the Flats. It’s closed on Sunday and Monday, opens at 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 11 a.m. on Saturday. Credit: Scene Archives
Superelectric Pinball Parlor 6500 Detroit Ave., Cleveland Superelectric is a pinball parlor where fun-loving folks can while away the days playing vintage arcade games like pinball and anything else from the strange, cool world of vintage gaming. In addition to pinball and other games, there’s a full service bar plus a kitchen. Credit: Scene Archives
Stone Mad Pub 1306 West 65th St, Cleveland Everyone who talks about this Detroit Shoreway neighborhood spot mentions two things; the bocce ball court and the beautiful patio. St. Patrick’s Day is next level at this Irish pub. Credit: Scene Archives
Mahall’s 20 Lanes 13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood Coming up on their 100th anniversary in a few years, this bowling alley, music venue, bar and restaurant was established by the Mahall family in 1924. It’s still one of the more happening spots in town. There’s also pinball machines for those who indulge. Credit: Scene Archives
Funhouse 1539 West 117th St., Lakewood This small dive bar is truly like no other in town. They of course have beer on tap and interesting signature drinks but they also have a sushi machine, a cotton candy maker, corn dogs and popcorn. You can bring your dogs and even incorporate sushi into your drink. It’s also a great place to meet someone if you’re single. Credit: Scene Archives
Pins Mechanical Co. and 16-Bit Bar + Arcade 1880 West 25th St., Cleveland Pins Mechanical Co. and 16-Bit Bar + Arcade is a unique combination of a vintage arcade and a modern bar and bowling alley. The space is massive, with rows of classic arcade games, skee-ball, and pinball machines lining the walls. The bar features an impressive list of craft beers, cocktails, and spirits to keep you refreshed as you play. Whether you’re looking for a nostalgic trip down memory lane or a fun night out with friends, Pins Mechanical Co. and 16-Bit Bar + Arcade is the perfect spot for you. Credit: Scene Archives
Pinstripes 111 Park Ave., Orange Village We’re not sure whether to classify Pinstripes in Orange VIllage as a bowling alley with a restaurant and bar or a restaurant and bar with a bowling alley but either way, it makes for a fun night out. Grab the fam or your friends for some drinks and bowling. They have bocce ball as well. Credit: Scene Archives
Punch Bowl Social Club 1086 West 11th St., Cleveland Punch Bowl Social has it all when it comes to adult fun. From old school arcade games, to shuffleboard to discount bowling on Saturdays, the Flats bar is a playground for grown-ups. Credit: Scene Archives
BrewDog 27321 Wolf Rd., Bay Village The doors to BrewDog’s newest brewery opened on December 3rd. The lushly appointed brewpub, located in the Avian building on the Scranton Peninsula in the Flats, spreads out over nearly 10,000 square feet of warehouse space. The Cleveland location is the Scotland-based brewery’s ninth in the States, joining approximately 100 spots worldwide that include brewpubs, hotels and bars. For now, all of the house beer is coming from the Canal Winchester brewery, but an onsite 8-barrel brewhouse will soon produce distinctive small-batch brews. The BrewDog pours will be joined by a selection of local and regional beers for a total of 28 taps. A full kitchen is preparing “farm to table junk food” like giant soft pretzels, loaded fries, wood-fired pizzas, burgers, tacos, salads and bowls. The brewpub strives to offer at least 50-percent vegan and/or vegetarian options. Photo via Scene Archives
Hotz Cafe 2529 West 10th St., Cleveland This Tremont bar has been in the same family since 1919. Back in the days of League Park, it used to be a favorite hangout of visiting ballplayers and was frequented by the likes of Babe Ruth, Lou Gherig and Ty Cobb. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt is also said to have thrown back a drink or two at this dive. Photo via Scene Archives

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