Fueled by hometown pride, Liberty Collective is more than a destination—it’s a neighborhood block party in motion.
Anchoring 3.5 acres in the heart of Liberty Township, the 18,000-square-foot complex rises across from Lakota East High School as a versatile hub for dining, recreation and events. Designed by Eli Hariton—runner-up on HGTV’s Design Star: Next Gen—the space is a getaway where competition meets camaraderie, chef-driven flavors meet courtside energy and the community discovers a new way to connect.
Behind the project are Mike and Heather Ewers, Liberty Township residents who had a dream for a family-friendly entertainment destination. First scouting larger markets, their hearts kept returning to their own backyard.
“The more we looked at it, demographics and competition, nobody’s really doing this in the suburbs,” says Mike. “And we thought Liberty is the best place to have the Collective flagship for the United States.”
That vision guided every decision: creating a place for connection—affordable, welcoming to all ages, and even pets, thanks to a designated outdoor area.
Inside, the Collective comes alive with flavor—hibachi at Rice Life, stacked burgers at Bristol’s, hand-tossed pizza at Ramundo’s, Guatemalan-inspired tacos at Roberto and Miguel’s and golden fried chicken at Ms. Lei Lei’s. Add Caladesi Island Coffee Co., The District Creamery & Sweets ice cream shop, Lulu’s Sweets Boutique and three distinctive bars—including a wine and bourbon lounge and a 30-tap self-pour beer wall—and there’s something for every appetite.
“We wanted a variety,” Heather explains, “and we picked these restaurants out of 63 who applied.”
Kickstart your day with Caladesi Island Coffee Co.’s premium coffees, Collective Coolers and fresh pastries.
Rice Life brings the sizzle of teppanyaki and bold flavors of hibachi to each plate.
Bristol’s Burgers Beef and BBQ serves smashburgers, slow hickory-smoked barbecue and award-winning wings.
Enjoy the classic Italian flavors of Ramundo Pizza Famiglia. Don't miss their famous Ramundough Bites!
The honest flavors of Roberto & Miguel’s Handcrafted Mexican dishes are rooted in Guatemalan tradition, each dish created to share.
Ms. Lei Lei’s Crafted Chicken specializes in hand-breaded chicken with fries and jumbo rings, all made with care from scratch.
Save room for dessert from The District Creamery & Sweets, featuring hand-scooped ice cream and tasty goodies from local bakery LuLu’s Sweets Boutique.
For flexibility, the Collective doesn’t use traditional servers. Guests scan a QR code at their table to access menus, place orders and get a text when it’s ready—all on one tab, no matter how many restaurants a family samples from. Guests can also walk up and order directly from each restaurant. Seating spans patios, a deck and two indoor levels, giving guests great vantage points to catch the action—and free Wi-Fi at every table to stay connected.
But it’s more than just food and drink.
In the center of the complex, a 25-foot LED screen keeps the energy buzzing, complemented by 32 additional television screens, private event spaces, and weekly live performances.
The fun continues outdoors with The Beach at Liberty Collective, featuring five sand volleyball courts, table tennis, cornhole and a wide green for games or gatherings. Partnering with Ohio Valley Beach Volleyball founder Rob Long and Kerri Walsh Jennings’ p1440 Foundation, The Beach offers training, tournaments and pro-level matches.
The sand becomes a stage for soccer, dodgeball, yoga, flag football, hoop ball and even sandy pickleball, with leagues set to launch soon.
“You’ll be able to register your team or as a free agent on our website,” Heather adds.
The Collective also adapts with the seasons. In winter, the upstairs deck transforms into an enclosed space with state-of-the-art golf simulators for golf leagues and open play.
True to the Ewers’ vision—to do good—the Collective aims to partner with teams, local organizations and businesses to benefit the community through events and partnerships.
That sense of home fuels everything for the Ewers.
“We just wanted to make a place where people come together, meet with old friends and make new friends,” Mike shares.
And they aren’t stopping here—expansion is on the horizon. Another Collective is underway in Westfield, Indiana, adjacent to Grand Park. Westfield Collective is set to debut in January 2026.
Join the Ewers to eat, play and connect at Liberty Collective.
Liberty Collective | 6735 Lakota Lane, Liberty Township | Liberty-Collective.com