Cleveland is an incredible city full of secrets and hidden gems, and it seems it always has been. During Prohibition, alcohol could easily be purchased in the city at its many speakeasies. Much of it came in from Canada, traveling over Lake Erie to reach its final destination. Despite local sentiments for Prohibition's repeal and a general resentment of law enforcement's "liquor war," Prohibition in Ohio lasted until October of 1933, 8 months following Congress' passing of the 21st amendment. One modern speakeasy in Cleveland Heights celebrates this era in the community's history, and you truly have to see it to believe it.
Welcome to Quintana's Barber & Dream Spa!
This 1920’s colonial home sets the perfect tone for this barber shop and speakeasy.
This is the kind of place you go to pamper yourself...
The staff at Quintana's are your go-to beauty experts. The barber shop features haircuts and shaves in a swanky vintage setting, and in the adjacent building is the spa where you can truly kick back.
...in a few different ways.
The bar staff know a thing or two about atmosphere in the speakeasy upstairs. The setting is purely enchanting, and the drinks are truly amazing.
To reach the speakeasy, you travel through a barber shop and then through a secret bookcase passage.
As you walk through the dimly lit passage, you will be transported to a secret speakeasy that's hidden from those who aren't in the know.
Upon your arrival, you will feel like you stepped back in time.
The vintage-inspired atmosphere of the speakeasy and barber shop will take you right back to the Roaring Twenties, when Prohibition was in full swing.
Conversation and handcrafted cocktails await your visit.
Not only is this a speakeasy, but it is a lounge. Here, you can relax with friends and unwind in a comfortable and carefree space.
Quintana's is overflowing with charm, both upstairs and downstairs.
And visitors rave about the skills of the staff.
People drive from all over Greater Cleveland to have their hair cut by these experts, and the staff in the upstairs speakeasy provide delicious drinks and good vibes throughout your entire visit.
Like speakeasies of yore, the occasional musician will pay Quintana's a visit.
Nothing pairs with bourbon like live jazz.
Now that you know about this hidden gem, you must pay it a visit.
Swing by 2190 South Taylor Road for a manicure and martini... or just one of the two. This charming environment will delight Clevelanders, as it perfectly captures the spirit of Prohibition/Jazz Era Cleveland.
I hope you are ready to relax, because this experience will wipe away your stresses.
Want to experience the charm of this Cleveland speakeasy? This video will bring the lounge to you:
Who knew that we have our very own speakeasy right here in Northeast Ohio? Quintana's Barber & Dream Spa just reinforces that there are surprises hidden everywhere here in The Land, even in the most mundane of places.
Want to experience more of Cleveland's hidden wonders? You might like these super secret places.
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