Cleveland's Neighborhood Taverns: A Pub Crawl Through History

Cleveland's neighborhood taverns are more than just places to grab a drink--they're snapshots of the city's history, rich with tales of community, celebration and even scandal.

Built by hardworking immigrants chasing the American Dream, these taverns were where workers cashed their paychecks, swapped stories, celebrated victories and sometimes witnessed late-night crimes. Family-run bars were often passed down through generations, becoming intertwined with the ever-changing face of the city. Although many did not survive the 1960s and '70s, their memory lives on.

Native Clevelander and founder of My Cleveland History Tom Kaschalk honors the legendary watering holes that shaped Cleveland's communities, hosted vibrant music scenes and served as the backdrop to both good times and life-changing events.

Author: Tom Kaschalk
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: History Press
Published: 06/10/2025
Pages: 208
Weight: 1.02lbs
Size: 9.61h x 5.36w x 0.48d
ISBN: 9781467158374