Hereafter Cocktail Bar and Restaurant Coming to Ohio City

The building that Hereafter will occupy come winter. Credit: Douglas Trattner

Gabriela Holzer, a StarChefs “Rising Star Bartender” and lead bartender at Thyme Table in Bay Village, is striking out on her own. She has signed a deal to take possession of the property at 4732 Lorain Avenue in Ohio City and will open an intimate cocktail bar and restaurant this coming winter.

“Hereafter has been a years-long anticipated concept for Gabriela that has finally found a home alongside the wonderful array of independently-owned businesses on Lorain Avenue in Ohio City,” say reps.

Since moving to Cleveland in 2017, Holzer has worked Porco Lounge, Cloak & Dagger and Thyme Table, where she has helped run the cocktail program for more than four years.

“Gaby uses her experiences in art, travel and culture to create and tell stories through food and drink that have weight and intention,” says Thyme Table Partner Eric Scott. “Hereafter will be an experience, a place that requires attention, and focuses on fine details. We’re in for a world class establishment, right here in Cleveland.”

In addition to the cocktails, Hereafter will serve a full food menu that focuses on small plates. An as-yet-unnamed chef will be stepping into the role. When complete, the lounge will seat 32 guests in a thoughtfully crafted interior that leans into Holzer’s fine art education.

“We are designing a minimalist space that removes distracting visual noise and allows our guests to feel calmness, and therefore be more present with the cocktails, food, and company they are there to enjoy. Every detail at Hereafter is meant to elevate the guest experience, while still maintaining a feeling of warmth and home.”

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