Drink. Bar & Grill

Beautiful atmosphere, wonderful food, & even better drinks! Drink is a hidden gem that should be experienced by all, their experienced mixologists and craft beers will keep you coming back time & time again. Thank you Drink!

Fantastic cocktails, a carefully cureated draft list of fine craft beer and awesome food! Be sure to try the bibimbap special or the lettuce wraps and bulgogie burger! Ben, Jackie the bar tender specialist are the best in town. Brian the owner is the most down to earth person I have ever known. Be sure to check it out. It is a hidden gem in NEO!

3.5 and a close 4.0. I had a good time. They make good drinks, and the staff were friendly. Unfortunately I went on Easter Saturday, and there just wasn’t anyone there.
I love the atmosphere (or should I say the «would be» atmosphere). Kinda cool bar, with 1940s crooners playing through the system. A couple of lounge areas with couches (not my thing, but…), a few high tops, black-​and-​white movies playing on the tvs.
I’ll definitely go back. I like the cocktail bar idea, and the classy vibe they’re trying to promote. I’m sure it will be a better experience with a larger crowd. I’ll update my review once I’ve had the full experience.

Don’t tell anyone about this place. It has a great atmosphere, like a speak easy. Black and white movie playing on the TVs. Big bar and private booths. Large beer selection and craft drinks. I had the burger (korean bbq burger) and it was fantastic. On a Wednesday at 5pm the bartender was the only server, so sitting at the bar gets you faster attention. When people discover this place, it will be packed. Don’t tell anyone.

Completely in love with this place. Stopped by on a whim after being irritated with the over-​crowded usual suspects in Tremont & Ohio City. Beautiful historic space with excellent drinks and friendly, knowledgeable staff. Stop by and have Ben make you a custom cocktail. You won’t regret it.

Drink Bar and Grill is this little treasure hidden in Old Brooklyn. It is a very classy place with a really laid back atmosphere. A nice place to stop in after a hard day at work or just want to meet up with friends
Their menu is small but what they have is excellent
I’ve had several things but my favorite was build your own burger. This had to be the best burger I’ve ever had just great. The onion rings are to die for
They do a really good job on their nachos as well, not your typical nachos. They have a good selection of beers as well. Drink is not your typical roudy kind of bar, you will never have to shout so someone can hear you, I’m sure it’s not for everyone but for those looking for a laid back and classy place to relax and enjoy your evening then give Drink a try.

One of the best lounge type bars I’ve had the pleasure to frequent. Feel lucky it is here in old Brooklyn. The bartenders are friendly and haven’t had a bad service experience. Tried some of the food, the bulgogi burger is amazing. Cooked perfectly and incredibly flavorful. Can’t wait to try more of the menu. Started coming here last year and always find myself here when I’m thirsty. Great music, not a lot of televisions, just enough to watch a game, not having cable. Love this place.

Drink. Bar and grill is definitely the best kept secret in old Brooklyn. I love the lounge atmosphere. The food was excellent. You must try the Bulgogi burger. A Korean barbecue beef burger topped with fresh made kimchee. You will not be disappointed.
The craft beers are excellent and the cocktails are excellent as well. My wife ordered an amaretto sour and claims that it has set the bar that all other amaretto sours will be measured by.
The staff was very courteous and our bartender was a joy to talk with as well. If you are nearby, you must try Drink. You will not be disappointed.

Toto, we’re not in Old Brooklyn anymore.
Who would have known such an awesome, classy yet casual little joint could exist in Old Brooklyn. You get the typical warm, friendly people you expect from a typical OB dive bar, but a quaint and upscale atmosphere that is reminiscent of a hipster bar in Tremont (but 86 the pretentious hipsters). How perfect!!!
They have a GREAT craft beer selection and oh my god the food. I got the Bugogi Burger, and I’m not sure I’ve ever had a better burger in my life.
Our bartender, Ben, was great too! Friendly and accommodating but not in a «I’m being nice because I want you to tip me» way at all, but in a genuine way.
Considering this place is not only amazing, but also maybe a little less than a ½ mile from our house, we will be back. Lots and lots and lots.

This place is an absolute GEM. As per usual, would have never discovered this place had it not been for Unilocal.That being said, the SO and I were in the mood for a low key date night, and decided choosing this place since it’s close to home. You could easily drive past this place without noticing it, but I will note that there is ample parking behind the building!
When we got inside, I was surprised to find that the space was more… intimate than I imagined it would be? I usually prefer sitting up at the bar, and I was happy to find that there were plenty of spots available even at Friday night dinner hour. There were also a lot of little «nooks» where you could grab a table if you had a somewhat larger group… definitely a casual yet sophisticated lounge feel. My only complaint here was that it was a little bit «too» quiet for a Friday night, but I think that’s just because of the lounge atmosphere they wanted to convey, it didn’t dampen the overall casual feel of the place, and of course, it makes it easier to have a conversation not having to shout over bar noise.
The bartender greeted us right away, and another gentleman took the opportunity to talk beer geekery with us (perhaps the owner?). They had a small, yet impressive craft beer selection, as well as a nice array of cocktails to choose from. We ordered our drinks (double IPA and a Moscow Mule) as well as dinner (bulgogi burger with fries and a cheeseburger with onion rings) Having spent a semester abroad in S. Korea, I was really pleased to find that they had bulgogi burgers listed on the menu and we were not disappointed… both of the burgers were fantastic; served on a brioche style bun, bursting with flavor, juicy, and well-​sized. The onion rings were also deliciously crispy and delightful. All in all we were really impressed with the total package here– ambiance, service, drinks, food. Will most definitely be back… Soon!

Nice atmosphere beautiful setting. Great intimate place to spend a quiet evening or have a relaxing time with friends!

Stopped in for a few drinks and appetizer after going to the theater downtown. Perfect way to end date night with the husband! Ben the bartender was courteous and efficient, and he did a great job making my drink-​a real pro! This high level of dining/​drinking quality and atmosphere is generally a rare occurrence in old Brooklyn and on pearl road. This place is a wonderful find, will definitely be back.

This is a quirky little business… try googling «drink» and finding this establishment after someone tells you to check it out (although we did tell management and now it seems to be first on the list for «drink cleveland» — thanks for listening)! As a side note — there is tons of parking behind the business
The atmosphere is great. It sort of reminds you of a place you would hang out for hours… like a coffee shop with alcohol and darker décor. There are couches along one edge of the bar that are primed late night chats with good friends. Lots of space around the central bar to sit and chat up the bartender. Tons of other tables are scattered throughout the space.
Bartender Ben is the highlight of the bar. He really believes in his craft and his drinks, he takes great pride in giving the customer exactly what they want. He is incredibly inviting, and willing to sit down with you when the bar is on the quiet side.
This cozy little establishment is great for a date night, or for catching up with friends. The beverages are solid and well priced, $ 9 – 15 for a cocktail, $ 4 – 8 for a beer, $ 7 – 10 for a glass of wine. Happy hours takes $ 1 off beer, $ 2 off wine, and $ 3 off cocktails with a few $ 5 appetizers. We tried both the $ 10 calamari and $ 6 cheesecake, neither were particularly memorable.

Place was definitely nice and clean. The kind of lounge I would bring my friends to chill and drink on the couch. Loved the jazz music being played. Bulgogi burger was absolutely juicy and bursting with flavor in every bite. Also ordered the Pork Belly for appetizer which was delicious too but a bit on the salty side for me. But since I ordered the Fat Head Blueberry beer it was just an amazing combination. Will definitely recommend this place to friends.

This
Place
Is
AWESOME!!!
Date night before the Motocycle show and I do not really know where to start, you walk in from the ample parking lot and the sound of swing rock you around the bar so be sure to get a good look at where you want to sit because there are options!!! If you want a bit of privacy there are quaint little nooks for dinner and quiet conversation as well as a wraparound bar if you pop in on your own feeling a bit peckish!
There are nooks with couches to just enjoy a cocktail with conversation or tables more in the open so as to generate conversation with the bar or other patrons because I can garantee you there is a buzz in the air here…
I can go on but more importantly YOU need to pop in some evening and see what I saw…
A classy little gem in my stomping grounds in Old Brooklyn!!!
Oh…Btw…Parking in rear of building that is WAY close to back entrance is SUCH a bonus…

What a great find.
Tucked away in the Old Brooklyn/​Parma area sits a cozy classy restaurant called Drink.
I had heard lots about this place– I had heard that there are Korean influences that are infused in the menu, plus I tried their food recently at an event. When asked where to go to dinner tonight, I told him «Drink!»
Walking into the restaurant surprised me. It’s a classy cozy restaurant. The bar is I. The center, with cubbies of couches with tables, in which you can eat at. I was afraid that even the couches would be dirty. Nope, super clean. I felt at ease when we sunk down on the couch, ready to eat.
We ordered first, a plate of pork belly lettuce wraps. Delicious-​with just the right mix of flavors and the pork belly was SO good. I ordered the bulgogi burger-​marinated well, and it had such great flavor. He ordered the casa nachos– also a great dish!
The chill atmosphere, the great waitstaff (kind and patient) and the food made a great night. I’ll be back soon!

This review marks our second visit to Drink in about 7 months. Our first visit was within two weeks of their opening and, if you read my initial review, you know that my wife and I were pleasantly surprised. We really liked the grown-​up feel, the darkly lit, loungy atmosphere complete with cozy couched niches, and Rat Pack-​esque soundtrack. We delighted in the concise yet interesting menu of tasty bar bites and small plates peppered with tastes of the owners’ Asian roots. Our latest visit, around 6pm on a Saturday, was nearly a repeat of our first experience — friendly, attentive bar service, tasty food and inviting ambiance. Alas, I remain torn. Why the inner conflict, you may ask? Unfortunately, I’m left grasping lazily at cliché. Drink, it’s not you, it’s me.
At its core, Drink is a bar. Sure, they’ve got some tasty items upon which to nosh while enjoying your Moscow Mule (if that’s your thing) but their soul screams «relax in my nooks and crannies and drink another $ 12 cocktail». Therein lies the rub for me. I’m a restaurant guy. I no longer have the desire to over-​indulge in potent potables and I’m not drawn to mixology and cleverly concocted libations, not that there’s anything wrong with them. It’s just that when my wife and I go out we go out to eat. For us, it’s all about the food. We revel in the total dining experience with its seasonal menus, unique ingredients and let-​us-​spoil-​you staff. So for us, Drink will probably remain an infrequent diversion between restaurant visits, a back-​up when our plans fall through or a close-​to-​home fallback.
Like I said, I do like you Drink, I really do. We can still be friends. Not the kind of friends that connect deeply at some nearly uncomfortable, spiritual level, but the kind of friends that just happen to bump into each other occasionally. But that’s not to say that Drink might not be your soulmate. If you’re looking for a neighborhood place that’s comfortable without being lazy and classy without being pretentious, Drink is your spot. If your idea of a great night out is sipping Manhattans or lingering over expensive scotch, you’ll be in heaven. It’s just not my thing, well, at least not my regular thing.
Before I go, I do want to update you on the goodies we sampled during this most recent visit. The menu may be short but there are some hidden gems:
Onion rings — If you’ve got an o-​ring craving these should scratch your itch. Battered and not breaded and some nearly six inches in diameter, these are some serious rings. Fried a golden brown, the batter was well-​seasoned and crispy and the onions addictively sweet.
House salad — Nothing to get your loins giddy with this one. A mixture of sweet butter lettuce and Romaine, a few slices of cuke and some tomato wedges. It was fresh enough but the vinaigrette served on the side was unmixed and separated.
Pork belly lettuce wraps — I wish I could eat these every day. Crispy Romaine lettuce canoes filled with a thin slice of salty pork belly topped with sticky white rice, fermented red bean paste and scallions. Textural balance and a perfect combination of salty, sweet and heat. I highly recommend this dish.
Chicken tenders — These have changed since our last visit and not for the better. Gone is the light, tempura coating that gently enrobed the white meat breast strips. The current batter is much thicker, very similar to the onion ring coating and, for whatever reason, the meat had a texture reminiscent of a certain McNugget. I was also a bit turned off by the strange, tubular shapes. They looked like battered worms. Just not as good as they used to be. The sweet and sassy sauce (sriracha and mayo?) is still tasty and I could eat it on everything.
Bulgogi burger — This burger was a revelation. The soft brioche bun was happy to play a role in the supporting cast while the meat, tender and drip-​on-​the-​plate juicy, played the lead. Kudos to the kitchen for nailing the perfect medium. The toppings were also delicious. I loved the flavor combination of the hoisin mayo and the pickled daikon radish slices. It’s a mêlée of flavors and they all work. The fries that accompanied the burger were much improved since our last visit. Crispy, perfectly seasoned and skin-​on.

As a person who’s not really into the bar/​club scene, I can honestly say that Drink Bar & Grill has become a favorite establishment of mine.
When I first walked into Drink, I was utterly impressed by the atmosphere. It’s not a rundown, trashy bar like most places I’ve been to, but rather, a classy place that invokes a feeling of nostalgia. Set up like a 1950s style jazz bar, there is something for everyone: a full bar, a seating area for those who like to eat food at a table, and sitting areas that are perfect for an intimate date with a special someone.
But one doesn’t go to bars strictly for the atmosphere, but for, obviously, the drinks (and occasional food).
First, the food is simply amazing compared to typical bar food. They have your typical burgers and fries along with some special items. My favorite is the Bulgogi burger, which is Korean barbecue burger. It simply tastes excellent without feeling like you just ate a gigantic tub of grease. Other favorites of mine include the Chicken Club Quesadilla and the Casa Nachos, which are delightful takes on the usual suspects. And they do carry-​out!
And then there’s the actual bar selection. There’s a wide assortment of cocktails, bottles, draughts, and wines for anyone’s tastes, and they are not low quality drinks, even if the price suggests otherwise (Seriously, the drink prices here are a godsend compared to other bars). Now, being a man who’s picky with what he drinks, I’m very skeptical about trying new drinks out, but the bartender, Ben, has a keen eye for being able to ask what you like and be able to figure out a drink you’ve never tried but will absolutely love. And if you still don’t want to change from your usual drink, and it’s not on the menu, don’t worry, it will be made for you with expert skills. There’s even some new drinks that the bartender has created that will blow you away.
Speaking of the staff, they are among the nicest people I’ve ever met in a bar. Within five minutes of talking to them, you will feel like you’ve known them since first grade. It will honestly feel like you’ve known them for years. I can’t say enough good things about them.
All in all, I’m very happy to have stumbled upon this wonderful, little place and can’t wait to see it grow in popularity. It may be in a part of the town you wouldn’t normally frequent, but I can guarantee you will be wanting to more once you come here. Excellent food, excellent drinks, excellent atmosphere, and excellent service makes Drink a place everyone should try out at least once. You won’t be disappointed.

Came to this new place after reading an article about it on Scene’s website. Love the décor of the place as it does reflect something you would see in ohio city or Tremont. We did originally sit at a table in the front of the bar and didn’t get attention from anyone for about 15 mins so we moved to the bar where they were very attentive. They may have just missed us come in. The girl that took care of us was nice.
The food is more of tapas than entrée’s but they were delicious! We shared the hummus, pork loin lettuce wraps (sauce is amazing), and onion rings. We actually got to talk to the owner and the chef (his mother), which was great to hear how he decided to open the new place. It’s a great alternative to restaurants outside of downtown, tremont, and oh city.
I’ll be back for sure and spread the word about the place.

There’s no reason to fight for a parking space or wait for a table at some new place in Ohio City or Tremont. Just cruise on into the parking lot behind the CVS, walk into Drink and you’ll just be able to enjoy the food, drinks and smooth, upscale lounge feel the owner (Brian) has built. He said he wanted to create a place he’d enjoy spending 18 hours a day in – he certainly succeeded!
The décor would fit into any top of the line club: dark wood, lounging nooks, high top tables and the central bar with bottle display– lit from below with color changing lights.
Everyone in our group enjoyed their food. I had the West Coast Wrap with a side salad. This was not the hard on the edges, spongy in the middle, chicken-​from-​a-​bag you get at some bars that serve food. The chicken was pan-​seared, tender and really delicious. The rest of the wrap included fresh hummus, basil, lemon, blue cheese and some tomato & onion. The salad was fresh, with a stunningly red roma tomato sectioned on top, a house blueberry vinagrette — and came with the perfect extra dusting of blue cheese I requested.
I’m looking forward to coming back to explore Brian’s take on hand crafting traditional cocktails. The beer selections run the gamut from bottles including Pabst and Ommegang Philospher’s to $ 3 Yeungling drafts. So there’s something for everyone at the bar.
They’ve only been open since late March — so their clientele is still finding their way to Drink. But their customers are out there — wishing for just this kind of place in Old Brooklyn. Stop wishing … Brian built Drink just for you (and himself).