Jimmy O'Neill's is your friendly, neighborhood tavern.
The main reason I come to Jimmy O'Neill's is to treat visitors and guests to their famous beet cake. I was introduced by some "long-time" Clevelanders (Case alumni who are familiar with the homey magic of Lee Rd) and it's definitely one of those hometown hangout spots.
Food & drink: Let me tell you - their beet cake is AMAZING! It sounds crazy, but it's extremely delicious. It's a warm chocolate cake with beet baked into it (you can barely taste it) with some ice cream (or is it whipped cream?) on the side. It melts in your mouth.
Atmosphere: This is a great place to go if you want an intimate celebration. There are Christmas lights everywhere and in some ways it feels like an old school European tavern. The waitstaff is amazing - especially the owner who always wears a Hawaiian shirt. He is so kind.
People watching: You'll see some Cleveland characters too. I think once there was a group of elderly carolers or a capella folks (?)
Note: This is not a sports bar! Once I came here to watch a Cavs game and the bar (at the time) was a little too quiet to appropriately hoot and holla.