FWD Dayclub+Nightclub

The bartenders were attentive to those waiting for a drink and the service from the bar was fast. The club is spacious and is in a super cool industrial location near bridges, cement silos, and an active train line. There is a large area for a dance floor with elevated cabana style bottle service areas surrounding it. The lighting was cool and the DJ’s playlist was pleasing. Valet is located right in front of the walkway leading up to the club. I definitely liked the environment and will definitely go back — especially next summer when they can make use of the swimming pool.

So dope! It was dead on Friday night, but I went the next night and it was such a blast.

Worst service ever. You can’t even get a drink. The atmosphere seems fun but you can’t enjoy it because it’s so packed with people trying to get a drink.

Im not even sure where to begin with this review. First there is no sort of organized line to get in. Seems that us regular folk stand in one area and in one area if you know the person working the door/​rope you can get in on the side. From the outside the place looks cool and the music is great. After finally getting in after standing outside for almost 30 mins or so, my husband and I walked up the ramp and were told it was $ 25 for men and $ 10 for women. Are you kidding me?! This is Cleveland, Ohio NOT Las Vegas, NYC or Chicago.
Although their concept is great and exciting to see something different in Cleveland, I don’t foresee this place lasting. Its a seasonal club that has no potential of even remotely being able to be open during the colder winter months. Again, great concept, just not sure how long it will last in the CLE. Needless to say we did not pay the $ 25 for my husband to get in, so we turned around and walked out.

I’m a little bit confused about how I feel about FWD. It’s definitely a cool lounge/​bar right on the water but it must be a seasonal place to hit up since there’s no indoor space at all?! Anyway, it’s pretty, the location is great, and the music is awesome. However, why is there a pool? I heard it was supposed to be a Vegas-​style place, but this pool was merely a kiddy pool, and it’s definitely meant for décor and not swimming.
Anyway, being that they just opened, I’ll give FWD the benefit of the doubt that they’ll figure everything out by the next warm weather season, since it is almost Labor Day so it definitely won’t have much of a crowd come the next few weeks…
As for the drinks, they’re strong, and the bartenders are attentive, but like I said, I’m CONFUSED.

The vibe here is cool all the way around. I enjoyed relaxing on a comfy bed-​like cushion here along the river last night, and witnessing the chic style of the ladies behind the bar. I admired their ensembles. I was a little upset to find that, like at many bars today, cocktails and coffee drinks were not on the menu. But the atmosphere was awesome, grown-​up and professional. And the pool looks like it would be a blast during the day! I would have loved to have stayed for the dancing, but the crowd was a bit large for my ears that night.

Best music I have heard/​most fun I’ve had at a venue in a long, long time. Cleveland deserves a spot like this. Well done.

Went there for Sunday evening party… beautiful views of the water and great music! Love the décor very different from anything in Cleveland. Can’t wait to experience a Saturday night there!

Made my first visit on opening weekend after returning from a business trip to Las Vegas where I went to Drai’s and XS at the Wynn. I was very pleased with what they were able to accomplish and like the «vision». It was just the right amount of busy and the staff was very pleasant. Made a return trip last week, and it was packed. Service kept up with the demand, and the crowd was very chill. I was almost expecting some of the West 6^th crowd to filter in, but that wasn’t the case. It was a nice departure from the norm. Overall, it’s nice to see what is shaping up in the Flats, and FWD is an unexpected — but very welcome — addition. Definitely planning on returning this weekend…

Amazing vibe, great venue right on the water in the newly developed East Bank of the Flats. I disagree with a few of the other reviewers as far as no VIP. There certainly was, because I was in it 5 times already. I had very large parties and every time I had great service from the experienced staff. They escorted each of my guests to our table. It was a very smooth experience even with the place being new and everyone wanting to try it out. All of my friends wanted to come back.
People that want a real VIP experience should make reservations ahead of time. They were great to work with.
I really enjoyed the Sunday «Day Party» too. It’s very chill, with great DJ’s. Can’t wait for the pool to be open.
Definitely would highly recommend FWD (pronounced Forward) to anyone looking for a higher end experience in an outdoor setting.

Very underwhelming experience on their opening weekend… Even purchasing a VIP table. This place has no chance of sustaining in Cleveland. The place was crawling with creepy guys who were just openly grabbing girls at will.