@cmalone said:

I wanted to follow up on our first time in Cleveland. WE WILL BE BACK!  We've been all over the country and numerous Caribbean islands, this was one of our best trips.  The hospitality of the Clevelanders was second to none. Everybody was extremely nice and helpful. We really enjoyed downtown, 4th street was a lot of fun. Westside market had some of the best produce we've every seen, and a portion of the cost. The Cavs games was amazing and our hotel couldn't be beat. The Jags stayed there and we joked about pulling fire alarms all night to possibly help the Browns. We didn't get around early enough to tailgate on sunday due to early checkout, but the Dawg Pound was awesome and even my 12 year old daughter is now a Browns fan. Fans mentioned coming back in the summer and visiting the islands on Lake Erie and we are going to check it out and for sure be to at least 1 Browns game each year going forward. You are all very fortunate for what you have, look out once the Browns turn the corner!  

As a side note, being a big 12 fan, I'm hoping they stay away from Mayfield. Reminds me a lot of Johhny...  Kizer may come around, but the 4 turnovers really killed them. 

Getting ready to book our trip for the Chiefs game in November and saw my post from last year.  I am now rooting for Baker!

I wanted to follow up on our first time in Cleveland. WE WILL BE BACK!  We've been all over the country and numerous Caribbean islands, this was one of our best trips.  The hospitality of the Clevelanders was second to none. Everybody was extremely nice and helpful. We really enjoyed downtown, 4th street was a lot of fun. Westside market had some of the best produce we've every seen, and a portion of the cost. The Cavs games was amazing and our hotel couldn't be beat. The Jags stayed there and we joked about pulling fire alarms all night to possibly help the Browns. We didn't get around early enough to tailgate on sunday due to early checkout, but the Dawg Pound was awesome and even my 12 year old daughter is now a Browns fan. Fans mentioned coming back in the summer and visiting the islands on Lake Erie and we are going to check it out and for sure be to at least 1 Browns game each year going forward. You are all very fortunate for what you have, look out once the Browns turn the corner!  

As a side note, being a big 12 fan, I'm hoping they stay away from Mayfield. Reminds me a lot of Johhny...  Kizer may come around, but the 4 turnovers really killed them. 

It was a great night. Had a couple drink on 4th st. Ate at Harry Buffalo and got to see an awesome game. 

The trip is finally here and we are preparing for the weather on Sunday. Are there any bars that are a must to hit prior to the Cavs or Browns game?  We get in tomorrow around 11 and will have some time to kill before the Cavs. Game. Thanks 

@jcam222 said:

The lower pound will be pretty rowdy. I have enjoyed it in the past by myself or with some of my friends. I did NOT enjoy it when my wife was there, some people are unable to draw the line. I would likely be comfortable taking a 14 yo son in the lower pound though but that depends on your values I think. If rowdy cussing and beering it up is something you want to shelter them from pass on the pound. 

By the time that game rolls around I suspect you can find some damn nice sets of lower sidelines from the 20 down to the goal line really cheap. I sit in 138 row 17  and love the game experience. 

Definitely don't miss the Science Museum and Rock Hall. There is also the casino if that is your thing, not something I enjoy. 

So by the looks of the attendance yesterday, there looks like there are seats available.  Think I can sit in the pound for the 1st half and if its too bad just move to an empty seat?

@jcam222 said:

The lower pound will be pretty rowdy. I have enjoyed it in the past by myself or with some of my friends. I did NOT enjoy it when my wife was there, some people are unable to draw the line. I would likely be comfortable taking a 14 yo son in the lower pound though but that depends on your values I think. If rowdy cussing and beering it up is something you want to shelter them from pass on the pound. 

By the time that game rolls around I suspect you can find some damn nice sets of lower sidelines from the 20 down to the goal line really cheap. I sit in 138 row 17  and love the game experience. 

Definitely don't miss the Science Museum and Rock Hall. There is also the casino if that is your thing, not something I enjoy. 

Im contemplating selling the tickets I currently have and purchasing alternatives. 

@diehardbrownsfan said:

As long as you stay in the Downtown area, you should be good too go.  It's well patrolled by the Police.  But you get out past say E.30th and you run into some very rough areas.

Thanks again and the map is helpful. Looks like we probably wo t go east of 9th, how are the flatts? I assume pretty safe since west?

@diehardbrownsfan said:

Yes.  Definitely don't wander too far east.  Not kidding.

How far East? I didn't intend to get east of the lakefront airport. We've been in some pretty rough areas in the past and try to keep track of our surroundings. 

@stillmotion said:

stay downtown. you'll def not regret it

Thanks we ended up with Hilton Cleveland Downtown. Looks like it's centrally located 

@gumby73 said:

small world T. 2013 TNF Bills,Hoyer blew knee? started in dawgpound sec.120 ended up 6 rows in corner that Weesy hit Gordon on blinded bomb(in Stride).oh but i was ready to catch it🥷.not a board member at time..dabbit..

Up freezing my nutz off with Dad in sec.347 row 14..i could not spell internet if we had any?

Enjoy HC Matt Campbell as we did in my hometown Toledo,Oh..as a former player I met Matt many times..As you seen with Oklahoma, Your in good hands with Matt Campbell..

Thanks. Really enjoying Campbell. Not many coaches can take a qb who really hasn't played and beat the #3 team on the road. My wife is a chiefs fan due to kc being a couple hour drive, I've started to follow Hunt this year. I believe Matt recruited him and he's impressive. Hoping to bring that level of talent to Ames. 

@hoorta said:

 Should be fine- they have a nice bar right behind that section. But be warned- beer prices inside the stadium have topped the $10 barrier.  

Perfect! My wife doesn't drink and my kids are too young so that leaves more for me!

@hoorta said:

Regarding low in the Dawg Pound- it depends what you want. First row, you might get lucky and have a player jump up in your lap after a TD. As I alluded to earlier- that low and the field flattens out, no perspective. Plus, once the action moves towards the other side of the field, you're going to be looking at the Jumbotron to see what's going on. Hell, I'm 20 yard line sideline, and I have to use it when the play is on the other side 20. 

& BTW guys- I was sitting in the Dawg Pound and the infamous Red Right 88 happened right in front of me. 

Thanks for all the help and feedback. I chose to go with section 122 row 24. Iowa state installed end zone club seats a couple of years ago with access to beer and mix drinks and we prefer to sit there. Iowa state typically isn't a very good football team so we tend to tailgate and party throughout the game. Being an ISU and Browns fan, my expectations for a win aren't that great so I wanted to try to take in the whole experience and watch the game from the pound.  I'm thinking the price of 4 Browns tickets were less than 1 Calvs ticket, it will be a great trip and we are very much looking forward to it. 

@hoorta said:

It's just me, but I way prefer sideline to end zone- there's a reason sideline costs more. Row 2 in the 500 level is nice. Especially in 508, you're darn near on the 50. Plus, the 100 level Dawg pound is bench seating, (a carryover from the old stadium)  everything else in the stadium is real seats. 

Sorry for all the questions, I found some good seats in the upper level I am leaning towards. Is the dawg pound a great experience? I've always wanted to watch a game there and am having a hard time going away from it. I thought about buying 1 in the pound and watching half there and half with my family?

@the-gipper said:

You are better off downtown if the price of the hotel is right. There are many good ones. You may even be able to Hotwire or Groupon  your way into a really good price. Then you won't have to worry about Uber.  Also, you can take the Rapid Transit direct from the airport to Terminal Tower.  Hell, if you stayed at the Ritz or the Rennaissance, you wouldn't even have to walk outside.  Though, there are less expensive alternatives. And there are plenty of "entertainment opportunities just outside your door...read, bars and restaurants....but also the attractions mentioned before. Warehouse District, W.4th st.  All around the stadiums and arenas.

How is the Marriott down town? It's pretty close to the same price as by the airport. Can't wait to see Cleveland an all it has to offer!

@hoorta said:

Cavaliers? Check out cavs flash seats.

Browns tickets? LOL, they (us season ticket holders) are darn near giving them away. Stub Hub prices starting at $10 to get in the building for nosebleeds. It's going to depend if you want the Dawg Pound experience, how big your budget is, or great seats. I will tell you this, I'm a season ticket holder Section 111, row 9. I just saw 4 tickets Section 109 Row 18 on Stub Hub (believe me that's El Primo seating) for $100 per + the customary extortionist service fee of around $25. That's probably face value- or less.     

Edit: a word of warning- if you decide to go 100 level, I wouldn't pick anything lower than (my) row 9. The field flattens out to much to give you any perspective. Also the first five rows of the upper deck in between the 20s are nice if you want to be higher up. 

Would you recommend section 508 row 2 or dawg pound section section 122 row 13?

@hoorta said:

If you're leaving right after the game, by the airport is probably where I'd stay. There's a Rapid Transit rail line that starts at the airport and can get you downtown for a couple of bucks. 

Thanks for the input, knowing there is a transit back and forth helps out a lot. 

@hoorta said:

I haven't sat in the 100 level 'Pound for a long time, so can't help you there. The 200 Level was pretty tame a few years ago. Staying downtown or out by the airport? The Great Lakes Science Center and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame are right next to the stadium. With the wife & kids you may not want to Tailgate- been to plenty of other cities, and us Clevelanders know how to party before a game- but IMHO it's not too wild for your kids age. Adult beverages are OK, as long as you're 1\2 discreet about it. The big Tailgates are in the Muni Lot, Burke Airport, and "The Pit" off of West 3rd.  If you think that's something you want to do, go to our Tailgate Forum, and contact Top Dawg (Steve) he holds a pretty decent bash over in the Burke lot. 

I'll let some of the other locals comment on good places to eat. If you're like me, visiting another town you don't want to dine at chain places available anywhere. And with the family you're probably not going to want to drop a ton of money eating at places like the Iron Chef's nationally famous Lolas.   

Another question, we are currently scheduled to stay at the Hilton Garden Inn by the airport, would be we better off staying down town?

@hoorta said:

I haven't sat in the 100 level 'Pound for a long time, so can't help you there. The 200 Level was pretty tame a few years ago. Staying downtown or out by the airport? The Great Lakes Science Center and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame are right next to the stadium. With the wife & kids you may not want to Tailgate- been to plenty of other cities, and us Clevelanders know how to party before a game- but IMHO it's not too wild for your kids age. Adult beverages are OK, as long as you're 1\2 discreet about it. The big Tailgates are in the Muni Lot, Burke Airport, and "The Pit" off of West 3rd.  If you think that's something you want to do, go to our Tailgate Forum, and contact Top Dawg (Steve) he holds a pretty decent bash over in the Burke lot. 

I'll let some of the other locals comment on good places to eat. If you're like me, visiting another town you don't want to dine at chain places available anywhere. And with the family you're probably not going to want to drop a ton of money eating at places like the Iron Chef's nationally famous Lolas.   

Thanks for the info.  We are staying by the airport and plan to uber our way around.  I would be interested in some tailgating and will check the forum out.  If there are other places you feel would be better to sit please advise, we haven't purchased the tickets for the games yet. (or if there is a favorable place to purchase tickets for both events) Thanks again

I am hoping someone can help me out.  I am a lifelong Browns fan from Iowa.  I've been though the ups and downs and still wear my Metcalf jersey every Sunday.  For my sons birthday in November we booked a trip to Cleveland to watch his basketball team (Calvs) on Friday night and my Browns on Sunday.  I've always wanted to sit in the Dawg Pound and intend to for the game against the Jags.  My question is, my kids are 14 and 12, should my wife and kids sit with me and is it kid friendly in the pound?  Any advice for the Cavs game or anything else we should do while we are there?  We fly in on the 17th landing at 10am and leave Sunday the 19th at 8pm.  Thanks in advance, GO BROWNS