LVL Group's Brine Bar, La Ville Lumière pause cocktails amid license issue
Ethan Kelly
Ethan Kelly
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Ethan holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of Akron and has five years of experience covering local startups and economic development for the Akron Beacon Journal. His analytical perspective sheds light on the entrepreneurial spirit of Cleveland.
More from Ethan →Reporter · Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 4:22 PM · 1 min read
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Brine Bar opened on Oct. 21 with oysters, lobster rolls and a lively vibe as a new seafood-and-cocktail spot on Clifton Boulevard. A week later, a liquor license issue sent chef Kevin O’Connell and his team back to work on a different kind of drink menu.