Hangry Brands plans Hidden Tiki speakeasy above Edison’s Pub, deepening Tremont’s nightlife footprint

A new upstairs concept tied to a recent acquisition

A new, reservation-oriented cocktail concept called Hidden Tiki is planned for a space above Edison’s Pub in Tremont, adding a speakeasy-style venue to a property Hangry Brands acquired in late 2025. The project would extend the Cleveland hospitality group’s recent push deeper into Tremont, where it operates and has invested in multiple bar and restaurant concepts.

Edison’s Pub, located at 2373 Professor St., has been a longtime neighborhood bar. The business opened in the mid-1980s and was owned for decades by Tremont entrepreneur Mark LaGrange, who said the pub’s earliest days included a deliberately discreet entry. Hangry Brands’ purchase of Edison’s was announced in October 2025, with the ownership change scheduled to take effect on Halloween 2025.

What is known about the Hidden Tiki concept

Hidden Tiki is being described as an intimate, “hidden” bar designed to operate as a speakeasy above the main pub. While full details such as an opening date, hours, reservation system, and capacity have not been publicly finalized, the concept aligns with two proven demand drivers in Cleveland’s bar market: experiential décor and limited-access cocktail lounges.

The planned upstairs venue also fits a pattern within Hangry Brands’ portfolio, which has emphasized themed environments and beverage-forward programming across different neighborhoods.

Hangry Brands’ broader Tremont strategy

Over the past year, Hangry Brands has rapidly expanded its Tremont footprint through a combination of acquisitions and new builds. In September 2025, the group announced the acquisition of Danny’s on Professor, a lower-level bar that reopened with a redesigned concept and extended food service. In October 2025, Hangry Brands followed with the purchase of Edison’s Pub, publicly stating that the street-level bar’s character would largely be preserved.

Separately, the company has signaled that Tremont remains central to its growth plans, including additional concepts in the neighborhood slated for 2026.

• Property-based expansion: Adding an upstairs speakeasy leverages existing real estate while creating a second revenue stream from the same address.

• Programming differentiation: A tiki-focused cocktail room would contrast with Edison’s beer-centric identity, potentially separating audiences and peak times.

• Neighborhood clustering: Concentrating multiple venues within Tremont can encourage multi-stop nights out and shared staffing, prep, and operations.

What it could mean for Edison’s Pub regulars

The ownership change at Edison’s Pub was accompanied by assurances that the downstairs bar would not undergo major alterations beyond routine upkeep. Hidden Tiki, as a distinct upstairs concept, would allow operators to introduce a new themed experience without fundamentally changing the street-level pub. Whether the two spaces will share menus, staffing, or operating hours has not been confirmed.

For Tremont, the planned addition highlights a continuing shift toward destination-style bars that rely on design, narrative, and curated drink programs alongside traditional neighborhood service.

What remains unanswered

Key operational details—including the opening timeline, reservation requirements, cover charges (if any), and accessibility considerations—have not been publicly released. Cleveland.news will update this story as additional verified information becomes available.