(Mario Kart 64 on the patio, yeah?) It's a can't-lose proposition. 15012 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-563-1115, 16-bitbar.com.

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But take the hike to that top level and step outside to the simple but tasteful patio, and you'll see one of the best views to be had in downtown. The scenery goes especially well with one of the ...

While Shady's keeps the interior interesting with a full bar, pool table, lounge chairs, and a jukebox, the outdoor patio is the place that truly packs in the people. Whether you're blowing smoke ...

Of course, the bar has always had a great patio — sheltered, shaded and surrounded by hop vines — so even when customers can finally go back inside, they may decide to stay outside for one ...