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The Secret at Center 🗝️ Big City Taste. Small Town Soul. Hard to find. Impossible to forget.

A hidden cocktail bar with a chef-driven menu, offering handcrafted cocktails and thoughtfully prepared dishes in an intimate, speakeasy-style setting.

🗝️ Friday Night at The Secret | A Little Romance Behind the Door.It’s Friday, and we’re kicking off Sweetest Day Weekend...
10/16/2026

🗝️ Friday Night at The Secret | A Little Romance Behind the Door.

It’s Friday, and we’re kicking off Sweetest Day Weekend with exceptional food, handcrafted cocktails, live music, and a little something special for two.

Our new Fall Food & Cocktail Menus are still taking center stage, but this weekend we’re adding a few special offerings worth sharing.

THE BOARDROOM FOR TWO | $20
Start your evening with our charcuterie board, perfect for sharing over good conversation and your first glass of w**e.

CLASSIFIED CUT & COLOSSAL SHRIMP | $40
Our 8 oz. USDA Prime Angus Reserve sirloin filet, aged 45 days, paired with pan-seared colossal shrimp. Served with your choice of redskin garlic mashed potatoes or a baked potato and the chef’s vegetable of the day.

HOUSE W**E | $30
Complete your evening with a bottle of our house red or white w**e.

And setting the mood Friday night, Island Troy takes the Secret Stage from 7–10 PM.

Whether you’re celebrating Sweetest Day with someone special or simply enjoying a Friday night out, make The Secret your destination for great food, memorable cocktails, and live music.

Bring your favorite person. We’ll set the mood.

Hard to Find. Impossible to Forget.
📍3511 Center Rd. • Brunswick, OH

🗝️ YOUR THURSDAY PLANS ARE NO LONGER A SECRET.Why settle for an ordinary Thursday when you can make it a night out at Th...
10/15/2026

🗝️ YOUR THURSDAY PLANS ARE NO LONGER A SECRET.

Why settle for an ordinary Thursday when you can make it a night out at The Secret?

Start with Happy Hour from 4–6 PM, then settle in for The Cover Story—your choice of a juicy, hand-pattied half-pound Angus Reserve beef burger or a seasoned grilled chicken breast.

Both are finished with your choice of cheese, fresh toppings, and our signature house Secret Sauce.

Served with fries & a pickle for just $12.

The Cover Story | Burger or Chicken | $12
Happy Hour | 4–6 PM

Round up your friends, grab your favorite handcrafted cocktail, and leave dinner to us. Great food, good company, and a little Thursday escape are waiting behind the door.

Hard to Find. Impossible to Forget.
3511 Center Rd. • Brunswick, OH

A SWEETEST DAY WEEKEND. A SECRET WORTH SHARING.Make this weekend a little more memorable with exceptional food, handcraf...
10/15/2026

A SWEETEST DAY WEEKEND. A SECRET WORTH SHARING.

Make this weekend a little more memorable with exceptional food, handcrafted cocktails, live music, and a little romance at The Secret at Center.

Start with The Boardroom for Two—our charcuterie board made for sharing over good conversation and your first glass of w**e. Available for $20.

Make dinner memorable with our Classified Cut: an 8 oz. USDA Prime Angus Reserve sirloin filet, aged 45 days, paired with pan-seared colossal shrimp. Served with your choice of redskin garlic mashed potatoes or a baked potato, and chef’s choice vegetable of the day. Available for $40.

Complete the evening with a bottle of our house red or white w**e for $30.

Live Music | 7–10 PM
Friday: Island Troy
Saturday: Dana Delaney

Bring your favorite person. We’ll set the mood.

Hard to find. Impossible to forget.
3511 Center Rd., Brunswick, OH

🗝️ A little midweek indulgence is never a bad idea.Wednesday brings two favorites together at The Secret.Classified Cut ...
10/14/2026

🗝️ A little midweek indulgence is never a bad idea.

Wednesday brings two favorites together at The Secret.

Classified Cut Steak Night | $25
Settle in for a beautifully prepared steak dinner and make an ordinary Wednesday feel a little more special.

The Cellar Secret | ½ Off Bottles of W**e
Red, white, or somewhere in between—choose a bottle and enjoy it with steak, your favorite entrée, a few shared plates, or simply good company.

Happy Hour | 4–6 PM

No occasion necessary. Just come hungry, uncork something good, and enjoy your Wednesday behind the door.

Hard to Find. Impossible to Forget.
📍3511 Center Rd. • Brunswick OH

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🗝️ Tuesday gives you three very good reasons to head behind the door.Girl Dinner | $29Chicken Marsala Night | $20Happy H...
10/13/2026

🗝️ Tuesday gives you three very good reasons to head behind the door.

Girl Dinner | $29
Chicken Marsala Night | $20
Happy Hour | 4–6 PM

Grab the girls for martinis and Girl Dinner, come hungry for our Tuesday Chicken Marsala tradition, or start the evening early with Happy Hour.

However you do Tuesday, make it a night out at The Secret.

Hard to find. Impossible to forget.
đź“Ť3511 Center Rd. Brunswick OH

🗝️ ONE YEAR BEHIND THE DOOR | OUR STORYSame space. A whole new story.One year ago, what you see today as The Secret at C...
10/13/2026

🗝️ ONE YEAR BEHIND THE DOOR | OUR STORY

Same space. A whole new story.

One year ago, what you see today as The Secret at Center was little more than an empty space filled with possibilities.

But behind that transformation is a story some of you may not know.

After more than 20 years in the hospitality industry, I had always dreamed of creating a place of my own. Somewhere with character, warmth, exceptional food, handcrafted cocktails, and an atmosphere unlike anywhere else.

What I never imagined was that my son, Calvin, would be the one to help make that dream a reality.

Already a young entrepreneur, Calvin believed in my vision enough to take a chance on something completely new.

He bought the business. I created the concept. And together, we brought The Secret at Center to life.

What began as a walk-through of an overlooked space inside the German American Business Center became months of planning, renovations, countless decisions, long days, and late nights.

Our vision was to create something unexpected. A hidden little escape right here in Brunswick, where people could gather, enjoy great food and cocktails, listen to live music, celebrate special occasions, and make memories.

Looking at these before-and-after photos, it’s incredible to see just how far we’ve come.

But the greatest transformation wasn’t just the space.

It was watching a dream become a reality — and then watching our community embrace it.

This past year has brought wonderful guests, new friendships, special celebrations, unforgettable moments, and plenty of lessons along the way. Like any new business, we’ve faced challenges, but every experience has helped shape The Secret into what it is today.

As we approach our first anniversary, I want to thank everyone who has walked through our door, supported us, recommended us to friends, shared our posts, and become part of our story.

Calvin helped make my dream possible. Our community helped make it something special.

And that’s why we’re celebrating more than just one night.

OCTOBER 21–25 | ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY
A WEEK OF APPRECIATION

Five days dedicated to the people who helped make our first year possible.

From our family to yours, thank you for believing in The Secret, embracing our vision, and giving us a first year we’ll never forget.

Here’s to the memories we’ve made, the friendships we’ve built, and all the secrets still waiting to be discovered.

Hard to Find. Impossible to Forget.

The Secret at Center
3511 Center Rd. | Brunswick, OH

Your Look Ahead at The Secret at Center. 🗝️A new week is waiting behind the door.Tuesday brings two favorites—Girl Dinne...
10/12/2026

Your Look Ahead at The Secret at Center. 🗝️

A new week is waiting behind the door.

Tuesday brings two favorites—Girl Dinner and Chicken Marsala Night—the perfect way to start your week at The Secret.

The rest of the week brings your favorite traditions, Happy Hour, and plenty of reasons to stop in and enjoy our new fall food and cocktail menus.

Then we turn up the atmosphere with live music on the Secret Stage.

Friday 10/16 | Island Troy | 7–10 PM
Saturday 10/17 | dana.delaney.music |7–10 PM

Great food, handcrafted cocktails, live music, and the kind of atmosphere that makes an ordinary night feel like something special.

Hard to Find. Impossible to Forget.
3511 Center Rd. • Brunswick, OH

🗝️ THE COUNTDOWN IS ON — JUST 10 DAYS UNTIL THE SECRET TURNS ONE!The countdown is officially on!In just 10 days, we’re c...
10/11/2026

🗝️ THE COUNTDOWN IS ON — JUST 10 DAYS UNTIL THE SECRET TURNS ONE!

The countdown is officially on!

In just 10 days, we’re celebrating our FIRST ANNIVERSARY, and one night simply isn’t enough!

OCTOBER 21–25 | A WEEK OF APPRECIATION

We’re throwing a FIVE-DAY celebration to thank the incredible customers, friends, and community who made our first year so special.

HERE’S WHAT WE HAVE PLANNED!

🗝️ Anniversary Ribbon Cutting — Wednesday, October 21 at 3 PM! Doors open immediately following as we kick off our weeklong celebration.

🗝️ Giveaways & Prizes — Chances to win Secret at Center gift cards, exclusive Secret merchandise, and other surprises throughout the week!

🗝️ Discounted Appetizers — Enjoy special appetizer pricing as part of our anniversary celebration!

🗝️ Five Nights of Live Music — A full lineup of talented musicians taking the Secret Stage throughout the week!

OUR ANNIVERSARY MUSIC LINEUP

Wednesday 10/21 | Hayden Grove | 5–8 PM
Thursday 10/22 | Just Dee Dee Music | 6–9 PM
Friday 10/23 | Charles Geil. And his ghost band | 7–10 PM
Saturday 10/24 | Phil Turk | 7–10 PM
Sunday 10/25 | Susie Everiss Music | 5–8 PM

ONE YEAR. FIVE DAYS. PLENTY OF REASONS TO CELEBRATE.

Whether you’ve been with us since opening day or have just discovered what’s behind our door, this celebration is for YOU.

Make plans to stop in, raise a glass, enjoy some great food and music, and celebrate one incredible year with us.

October 21–25. The celebration is almost here!

Hard to Find. Impossible to Forget.
3511 Center Rd. • Brunswick, OH

🗝️ Sunday UnwindOne Last Secret Before Monday.Fall has found its way behind the door, and Sundays are the perfect time t...
10/11/2026

🗝️ Sunday Unwind

One Last Secret Before Monday.

Fall has found its way behind the door, and Sundays are the perfect time to slow down and savor the season.

Our new fall food and cocktail menus are filled with seasonal flavors, creative chef creations, and handcrafted cocktails made for autumn evenings.

From comforting fall-inspired dishes to cocktails featuring the rich, warm flavors of the season, there’s something new waiting to be discovered.

Feeling adventurous? Ask your bartender for The Secret Pour—an off-menu cocktail handcrafted just for you.

Make the most of your Sunday. Settle in, sip something special, and enjoy one last Secret before Monday.

Sunday | 3:00–8:00 PM

Hard to Find. Impossible to Forget.
3511 Center Rd. • Brunswick, OH

🗝️ Saturday Nights Have a Certain Charm at The Secret.Tonight, Canyon Wind takes the Secret Stage from 7–10 PM, bringing...
10/10/2026

🗝️ Saturday Nights Have a Certain Charm at The Secret.

Tonight, Canyon Wind takes the Secret Stage from 7–10 PM, bringing live music to another great Saturday evening.

Our new fall food and cocktail menus are in full swing, with fresh chef creations, seasonal flavors, and handcrafted cocktails waiting to be discovered.

Make The Secret your Saturday night stop. Come early for dinner, explore the new menu, order a fall cocktail, and stay for the music.

Good food. Great cocktails. Live music. Saturday done right.

Hard to Find. Impossible to Forget.
📍3511 Center Rd. • Brunswick, OH

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3511 Center Road Suit D
Brunswick, OH
44212

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4pm - 9pm
Wednesday 4pm - 9pm
Thursday 4pm - 9pm
Friday 4pm - 11pm
Saturday 4pm - 11pm
Sunday 3pm - 8pm

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