Union-Miles
Union–Miles is a community where neighbors care for neighbors, where pride and history have deep roots. Small businesses have long-standing ties, and new energy is emerging through food, arts, and green spaces for the whole neighborhood to enjoy.
Where to Eat in Union-Miles
Made From Scratch
A groundbreaking go-to spot to grab a fruit smoothie, nourishing rice bowls, wraps, and even wellness shots – all in one place!
Samone’s Kitchen
Your fast-casual dining experience where every dish is made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and served with love.
Sally’s Kitchen
Sally’s Kitchen serves up food that will make you want to lick your fingertips and order seconds before your first plate is finished.
The Nelson Off 93rd
The Nelson is a new lounge with an upscale feel that shows the social scene in the neighborhood. It’s for anyone looking to have a great time while enjoying an incredible meal.
Merging History & Creativity in Public Art
Over the past five years, efforts led by NuPoint Community Development Corporation have brought new public art to represents the history and identity of Union-Miles. Artists like Mr. Soul know and love this neighborhood and contribute to artworks for both the community and visitors.
You’ll see the character of the neighborhood in murals throughout Union-Miles. Come celebrate in the culture and legacy of those who pour love into this community every day.
The Neighborhood That Knows How to Celebrate
NuDay in the Park is the event of the year that celebrates the spirit of community in both the Union-Miles and Mount Pleasant neighborhoods. Families and friends join together with food, music, and small businesses that representing the community. This tradition has been celebrated for many years – welcoming over 20,000 families to the neighborhood since it began.
This one-day celebration of culture, music, health, and family gatherings shows the passion for community in these neighborhoods. And it’s as an open invite for anyone to visit Cleveland and experience joy in togetherness.
Planting Pride in Union-Miles
The Miles Avenue Community Garden has deep roots in Union-Miles. It was once part of a local school site where children learned to plant and harvest vegetables. Community members like Crawford Pickens have kept that legacy alive through decades of hard work, generosity, and connection to the land.
Pickens first joined this garden in the early 2000s and now leads its 30-member community, many of whom have tended their plots for years. The garden is a symbol of enduring neighborhood pride, belonging, and hope for future growth.
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NuPoint Development Corporation serves both Union-Miles and Mount Pleasant, uplifting a unified community across both neighborhoods. As a nonprofit community development corporation, it engages directly with residents, supports small businesses, and drives investment in housing and economic growth. NuPoint is deeply rooted in the belief that strengthening communities starts by connecting people and place — it fosters collaboration, leverages local assets and heritage, and guides future-facing neighborhood improvement. In everything it does, NuPoint honors the past while actively building toward a vibrant, resilient and inclusive future for its neighborhoods.
