Prosperity Social Club Unveils Chef Jill Vedaa’s Bold New Menu
Liam Cutwater · October 10, 2026
Prosperity Social Club is rolling out an all-new menu from Chef Jill Vedaa, blending classic Cleveland tavern fare with a fresh twist.
Big changes are coming to one of Tremont’s most beloved watering holes. Prosperity Social Club is leveling up with a brand-new menu crafted by none other than chef Jill Vedaa—a three-time James Beard Award semifinalist and a powerhouse in the Cleveland food scene. The new lineup promises old-world charm, inventive twists, and a whole menu that feels as current as your favorite indie playlist.
Why This Menu Matters in Cleveland
Cleveland loves tradition, but we also love a well-executed update. Jill Vedaa has made it her mission to honor the tavern’s Eastern European influences and neighborhood history, while making sure new diners feel just as welcome as the regulars. In a city where pierogi are a birthright and fried fish fills every Friday, this kind of reinvention keeps things exciting without losing the soul. Vedaa says it best: "Great food with history can still feel current and fun."
What’s New (and What Isn’t) on the Menu
Out with the tired, in with the inspired. The new menu is a mashup of Cleveland’s greatest eating hits and chef-driven invention, split into dishes you’ll want to share or keep all to yourself. Here are some headliners:
- Lamb pelmeni with a sour cherry glaze
- Smoked whitefish dip with housemade chips
- Beet butterbrot with farmers cheese
- Pork schnitzel with mashed potatoes, braised red cabbage, and mushroom gravy
But don’t panic—Prosperity’s classics like pierogi, cabbage rolls, chicken paprikash, potato latkes, and the essential fish fry aren’t going anywhere. You’ll also see:
- Schnitzel sandwich with cabbage slaw and spicy aioli on a pretzel bun
- Sauerkraut balls over whole grain mustard aioli
Where It’s All Happening
Find the new menu at Prosperity Social Club, right in the heart of Tremont:
- 1109 Starkweather Ave., Cleveland, OH
- (216) 937-1938
This is a real neighborhood tavern—think dark wood, vintage beer signs, and a jukebox with soul. Walk in for a weeknight dinner, grab a pint after work, or show off your city cred to out-of-towners who think pierogi are just for winter.
Who’s Running the Show
Chef Jill Vedaa has been making waves with her creative takes at Salt+, and now she’s got a hand in every kitchen at Buildings and Food Hospitality Group (La Cave du Vin, Old 86, Good Company, and of course, Prosperity). Her food isn’t about fussy ingredients or overwrought plating—it’s about gutsy flavors, nostalgia, and that intangible Cleveland comfort vibe.
Vedaa’s passion is retaining what’s special about each spot, polishing off the old favorites, and coaxing regulars to try something new. Her approach means you’ll run into old-timers waxing poetic about liver and onions, and young foodies Instagramming their first-ever pelmeni.
When to Go and What to Expect
The all-new menu goes live on Thursday, September 24. Regulars can breathe easy—Prosperity’s spirit is intact. But expect:
- More small and large plates for sharing
- Classic and tweaked sandwiches
- Eastern European standards, revisited
- Plenty of vegetarian nibbles and hearty mains
And yes, you can still pair your meal with a west side pour or a local draft beer. This isn’t a total reboot—it’s more like your favorite band dropping the best album in years.
Closing Thoughts
Whether you’re a neighborhood lifer or just passing through Tremont, Prosperity Social Club’s fresh menu is the excuse you’ve been waiting for to visit (again). Pull up a barstool, order some pierogies and a new plate or two, and raise a toast to the next chapter in Cleveland comfort food.