Funny how things change. ...for the better!
THE UP-SIDE: I am happy to report that this cool Tremont lounge - er, "social club" - is getting better and better. First, the food has improved in a major way. Whereas my first experiences here were all pretty crummy in terms of food quality and portion size, things have definitely taken a turn for tastier and more-for-the-money. The last four or five times I've been here, the food has been great.
Second, the deluge of hipsters has quieted. The crowd here now seems much more chill and far less "in crowd." It's actually quite pleasant to hang here, and my friends and I often do.
Third, the patio. The back patio is probably my favorite in Cleveland. It feels like the back patio of your best friend's mom and dad's house. The vibe is relaxed, the lighting at night sparse and perfect, and the seating far less cramped than many Tremont establishments.
THE DOWN-SIDE: Happy to say, no real downside. Things have improved.
THE SUM-IT-UP: Hooray for change! :-)