Melissa’s guidebook
City/town information
Berea has a small college-town (Baldwin Wallace University is located here) vibe with easy access to all of the amenities anyone would need. It has unique restaurants, shops, and breweries within walking distance and an incredible landscape of beauty thanks to the many sources of water and abundant natural vegetation throughout the city that are largely protected in the Rocky River Reservation (part of the Metroparks). The people are Midwestern friendly and the community offers diverse experiences via the college, the county fairgrounds, and the Browns Training Camp -- all located in the city. Train enthusiasts also gather on the lawn near the tracks on Depot Street to view the many locomotives that travel through the city.
Berea
Berea has a small college-town (Baldwin Wallace University is located here) vibe with easy access to all of the amenities anyone would need. It has unique restaurants, shops, and breweries within walking distance and an incredible landscape of beauty thanks to the many sources of water and abundant natural vegetation throughout the city that are largely protected in the Rocky River Reservation (part of the Metroparks). The people are Midwestern friendly and the community offers diverse experiences via the college, the county fairgrounds, and the Browns Training Camp -- all located in the city. Train enthusiasts also gather on the lawn near the tracks on Depot Street to view the many locomotives that travel through the city.
It’s a great spot for families to picnic and play and meet the neighbors. It’s about a half a mile away from our house on the same street.
Parknoll playground
12 Stonesthrow DriveIt’s a great spot for families to picnic and play and meet the neighbors. It’s about a half a mile away from our house on the same street.
Food scene
Evenings on the weekends can be busy times, but they offer takeout if you don't want to wait to dine in.
Maya Restaurant
368 W Bagley RdEvenings on the weekends can be busy times, but they offer takeout if you don't want to wait to dine in.
The Thai food here is delicious and they offer cocktails and takeout.
9 residents recomanen
Sweet Mango Thai Cuisine, Berea
54 Front StThe Thai food here is delicious and they offer cocktails and takeout.
If you want good food at a reasonable price and dive bars are your thing - then this is absolutely the place for you. Lots of TVs to watch sports, Keno, a jukebox, and friendly regulars to keep you company.
The Oriole Cafe
294 North Rocky River DriveIf you want good food at a reasonable price and dive bars are your thing - then this is absolutely the place for you. Lots of TVs to watch sports, Keno, a jukebox, and friendly regulars to keep you company.
Their food is delicious - the best around. They also have wonderful cocktails and wines. When the weather is right, they offer outdoor seating. It's not a really large place, so it gets busy.
6 residents recomanen
Jo Jo Carloni's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
627 W Bagley RdTheir food is delicious - the best around. They also have wonderful cocktails and wines. When the weather is right, they offer outdoor seating. It's not a really large place, so it gets busy.
In the summer sitting outside and sipping their brews is a delight. The food is also good. In the winter, it's a cozy spot with a warm fireplace inside.
10 residents recomanen
Cornerstone Brewery Co
58 Front StIn the summer sitting outside and sipping their brews is a delight. The food is also good. In the winter, it's a cozy spot with a warm fireplace inside.
Mike's is great for dining and drinking. Their food is good and it's the local's favorite. Park on the street because their little lot doesn't have room for more than a few cars.
6 residents recomanen
Mike's Bar & Grille
130 Front StMike's is great for dining and drinking. Their food is good and it's the local's favorite. Park on the street because their little lot doesn't have room for more than a few cars.
They are perfect for brunch and coffee and there is usually only a brief wait.
6 residents recomanen
Perk Cup Café
561 W Bagley RdThey are perfect for brunch and coffee and there is usually only a brief wait.
Sightseeing
This is a lovely park that is way beyond the newly installed and all-ability-friendly playground. You can stroll, fish, picnic, kayak, paddle board, skip rocks, or relax by the gorgeous stone fireplace in the pavilion. It's also a favorite spot for photos of high schoolers going to prom or homecoming. There's a lovely gazebo for concerts in the park and also the city's swimming pool is adjacent.
10 residents recomanen
Coe Lake Park
This is a lovely park that is way beyond the newly installed and all-ability-friendly playground. You can stroll, fish, picnic, kayak, paddle board, skip rocks, or relax by the gorgeous stone fireplace in the pavilion. It's also a favorite spot for photos of high schoolers going to prom or homecoming. There's a lovely gazebo for concerts in the park and also the city's swimming pool is adjacent.
This is a cute spot with a little cafe on site. Sometimes the geese leave a mess behind, so watch out. You can also rent canoes or kayaks through the Metroparks here. A lifeguard is on duty during the summer months.
15 residents recomanen
Wallace Lake Park
213 Prospect RdThis is a cute spot with a little cafe on site. Sometimes the geese leave a mess behind, so watch out. You can also rent canoes or kayaks through the Metroparks here. A lifeguard is on duty during the summer months.
If you want to explore the area's natural history and see a replica of a prehistoric fish found nearby, then this is the place to go. There are paved and unpaved trails all around it and lots of creatures to see.
10 residents recomanen
Centre de la natura de Rocky River
24000 Valley PkwyIf you want to explore the area's natural history and see a replica of a prehistoric fish found nearby, then this is the place to go. There are paved and unpaved trails all around it and lots of creatures to see.
Check out what's going on at the university during your stay. They have wonderful music and arts programs. My sons used to take percussion lessons at Kulas.
Baldwin Wallace University: Kulas Musical Arts Building
96 Front StreetCheck out what's going on at the university during your stay. They have wonderful music and arts programs. My sons used to take percussion lessons at Kulas.
0.2 miles away from our place and always beautiful regardless of the weather
6 residents recomanen
Berea Falls Scenic Overlook- Barret Overlook
136 E Bagley Rd0.2 miles away from our place and always beautiful regardless of the weather
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Biking or driving is the quickest transportation
Berea is less than ten minutes from Cleveland's airport, but the best way to get around the city is either by bicycle, vehicle or walking through the gorgeous metroparks.
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Prepare for Shifting Weather Patterns
The weather shifts not only with seasons but also over the course of hours, so please prepare accordingly. It may be hot one day and autumnal the next. It may rain in the morning and then be sunny all afternoon. Comfortable clothes are a must in order to enjoy the paved and dirt paths throughout the Metroparks by our house.
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Marcs
Marcs has an outlet area to the right when you enter the store. Look for discounted items and great deals in that area before venturing into the rest of the store.
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Playground at Coe Lake
The playground at Coe Lake has a zip line for children and overall is accessible for children with multiple ability levels. There is also a "kiddie pool" at the city swimming pool and the Berea library is on the same campus with wonderful kids' librarians and programs.