Last Updated Feb 16, 2026 I love a good night out, and over my years living in Cleveland, I've tried to check out new spots that have opened as well as old ones I may have missed. Although my list skews to the west side, take a look below for my favorites from cocktail bars to dance parties to dives. The Flats Goodnight John Boy My favorite downtown/Flats dance spot by a mile, Goodnight John Boy has a light-up dance floor, tons of sofas and 70s living room decor, retro tunes,

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