Cleveland Yuppie

For those of us who enjoy the first-class chefs, awarding-winning menus and swanky style that comes along with many of Cleveland’s fine-dining establishments but just can’t seem to spare the expense, one restaurant may have a solution. Table 45, located in the InterContinental Hotel on the Cleveland ClinicCampus, hosts a weekly happy hour that can lure even the pinchiest of penny pinchers. Though I haven’t been there myself (Shame on me!) I have heard enough about it that I thought it was worth sharing.

Happy Hour at Table 45 runs 4p.m. to 6p.m., Monday through Friday and offers free, yes free, appetizers and discounted drinks (around $5-$6).  As John Petkovic of the Plain Dealer points out in his review of Table 45 tuna tar-tare, salmon cakes, risotto balls and chips and salsa were available for tasting. Not a bad menu of free food, right? Considering an average entree runs around 21 bucks,  happy hour is a great way to sample the food and see if it’s worth a later investment.

Cleveland hipster, Nancy Novak (my mama) had this to say about Table 45′s happy hour – “Table 45 is a great after work get away!  The ambiance, food and drinks were right on the mark and the bartenders and staff are top shelf.” With a rave review like this I’d say it’s worth a try. She also noted that they validate parking – Bonus!

Let’s be real, it’s not often you can say you ate at a place like Table 45 and walked away with a bill under $10. It sounds like this happy hour is one that myself and other Cleveland yuppies might enjoy!

Know of other amazing happy hours? Please share, we love spreading the word about great Cleveland restaurants and bars.