Bascule Bridge Grille

The excellent service made our experience here. The inside is very small with about ten or so…read moretables and a bar. The decor is cute and the windows overlook the cute street. Street parking is ample. There was only one other couple dining when we were there and they also seemed to be having a great time. The restaurant seemed very adamant about reservations being made in advance either by phone or their website (their hours are very limited, so reserving online is much easier). The food is very tasty, though the options are very limited (4 entrees and 2 specials). I believe this allows the small staff to create really delicious, fresh, and special plates. You can tell they take pride in their food and put love into everything on the plate. The vegetarian special, the eggplant parmesan, was made with quality cheese and the pasta was wildly fresh. The steak meal had the most delicious bourbon glazed carrots I've ever eaten. The menu mentions the availability of vegan alternatives. Our server was excited to talk about the ingredients and cooking process and was attentive and kind the entire meal. She really worked to ensure that everything was perfect. The restaurant is on the second floor of the building (fairly steep stairs) with one or two tables downstairs in the gift shop area, so be very mindful if accessibility is a concern.

While wandering through downtown and taking pictures by the waterfront, we discovered this lovely…read morerestaurant. I was struck by the interesting architecture and proposed that we take a walk, which brought us to a delightful wine bar. We were very happy we decided to go inside! This historic location has a remarkable menu; I chose the walleye and walnut salad, and my partner had the ribs. There were many other dishes I wished we could try if we had been hungrier. The service was excellent, and the revitalized waterfront area is definitely worth exploring. I highly recommend this restaurant!

First floor

Eggplant Parmesan special. Very tasty

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Second floor

Laurentia Vineyard and Winery

3.9(158 reviews)

16.5 mi

What a find! We were staying at the Lodge on Geneva lake and decided to ventur our for a nicer…read moredinner and found this gem of a place. Live music on a sat evening with a beautiful view of the manicured property, we had a big table that they held for us ahead of time as we called an hour before getting there. They don't take reservations but if you give them a heads up, it'll be smoother for both parties. The place was so lively and everyone who served us were friendly and so accommodating! Our kids went outside and played catch while us adults relaxed and enjoyed the wines, you can see them from the massive windows. The food was wonderful, the goat cheese fondue isn't too rich like a traditional cheese, try it! The hanger steak was so tender and juicy, scallops were not overcooked. Honestly if you are in the area, take a peek at this place and try the local wines. The bottle prices are so fair! Not pretentious and the parking was plenty. Enjoy my friends and drink responsibility because it's absolutely easy to want to try ALL the wines here. (⁠⁠^⁠‿⁠^⁠)

Wine is delicious as is the food and presentation. Facility is gorgeous. No longer can seat…read moreyourself and must check in with hostess. Wine is pricey yet very good. 50 dollars for a bottle of cab franc.

Mahi-mahi

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Harbor Halcyon

4.3(78 reviews)

0.1 mi

While visiting my cousins in Ashtabula, we had the pleasure of visiting Harbor Halycon…read more When you walk in and throughout your visit, everyone is warm, welcoming and attentive. You never have to beg for anything. They work as a team and know good service. We all love the smashburger so much that we have to get it every time. It's so juicy and flavorful. The fries are fantastic too. I'm sure they're other great things in the menu but that's the best. It's a cute place with great food and great people. Check it out.

We stopped in for a late lunch on a Saturday. We were seated and brought water immediately. Our…read morewaitress was so nice, and took our kids order so it could get started fast. We ended up ordering a burger and a sandwich and both were great! I had read about the truffle fries and Mac and cheese, and you know what? The regular fries were better. The Mac was not my favorite. But that's ok! I definitely recommend the turkey panini and the fries. We'll be back if we are in the area!! Oh also, they have games to play while you are waiting - cards, board games, etc. a nice way to pass the time!

Smashburger

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Linguini

Shoreline Bar & Grille

4.2(234 reviews)

39.7 mi

Great food, great service, fantastic view!!! We had the warm pretzel bites as an appetizer, which…read morewere so yummy I didn't even have time to snap a pic paired with their homemade queso I thoroughly enjoyed them. Then for my entree I had the spicy shrimp pasta which had amazing flavor, was creamy, and the shrimp were cooked well. Portion sizes leave you feeling satisfied but not terribly full. Everything was well-executed and delicious.

We loved having this restaurant in our hotel. There is seating both inside and outside. The outdoor…read moreseating has beautiful views of the lake and several fire pits throughout the outdoor area. We ordered our food to go since it was very busy. They had it ready very quickly. We ordered the blackened walleye sandwiches, and they were delicious. We also ordered a kids cheeseburger which was overly cooked and unfortunately too hard to even eat. Overall, a decent experience with friendly staff.

Outdoor dining

Adobo BBQ Chicken Nachos

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The restaurant wraps around this bar.

Darkroom Brewing

5.0(8 reviews)

10.1 mi

we just left darkroom brewing wonderful place…read more Patrick the bartender was great Answered questions recommended beers Perfect stop for anyone traveling the area

Great space and great beer. Came on Tuesday in August when not much else was open. We made a great…read more choice.

Mural Inside

Outside

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Stable Winery

4.7(13 reviews)

24.5 mi

A very nice winery. There is plenty of seating inside and there are some small private areas to sit…read moreoutside. The staff is very nice. I like their Purple Patch wine. We did not eat here, but would like to go back for food and & to try other drink options.

Beautiful setting. We are on the Tannenbaum Trial. Need to plan a visit back where we could be…read moreoutside.

Spacious Seating

Bar type seating

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Lago Enoteca

4.2(34 reviews)

3.4 mi

Had the flatbread Calabria last night outside at the Lazy Pineapple and it was delicious! The blend…read moreof fig, goat cheese, caramelized onions and bacon was perfect! Made a meal on half! Such a hidden gem in Saybrook!

I had a lovely solo dinner here. I did make a reservation on a June Friday, but it was actually…read morepretty quiet. I had a table in the corner and got settled in with a book and ordered a Hugo Spritz. The cocktail was refreshing and light, and I really enjoyed it. I decided on a Cesar Salad, nothing too special there, but it was a generous size and fresh greens. I ordered a bowl of mussles, again, generous sized portion, and I liked that they had 2 preparations - garlic and white wine (always a good choice) or Diablo, and I went with the spicy tomato! The sauce was great, kind of spicy, with good crusty bread to dunk. The mussels themselves were OK, not the best quality seafood I've ever had, but still a nice dinner. And I also had the fried ravioli, which I cannot resist, ever, and dunked it in the spicy sauce. The house bread was a really nice foicaccia, with a confit garlic and butter to smear all over it. Really great. The service was excellent! She was knowledgeable about the menu, attentive, and also great at timing, kind of letting me hang out and enjoy my dinner. I'd probably go back to try some other fun menu items, and their chocolate and cocktail (and chocolate cocktail) menu is intriguing.

Tasting room.

Tomahawk steak and potatoes!!

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Assortment of desert, the middle one I remember is Tiramisu - delish!

Sapphire Creek Winery & Gardens

3.6(196 reviews)

44.2 mi

First time at Sapphire Creek…read more Was intrigued by their 10$ smash burger deal every Tuesday and it did not disappoint. Both my wife and I got the burger and it was very good. Probably the best value smash burger deal in NEOhio. Nice size patties, good sauce and lettuce/onions and a decent portion of fries. Had a glass of Viognier and wife had a Riesling. Both good and liked that they had different sized pours. Service was good. Appeared to be well staffed. What really sets this place apart is the overall feel of the physical space and manicured grounds. Clean, bright, comfortable. A walk after dinner around the amazing grounds made for a nice evening. Hard to believe this place is at the end of a nondescript industrial park. Too bad I don't have an occasion coming up because this would be high on my list of places to have it. Will eagerly return.

We were seated promptly and it wasn't too busy in the patio dining room. It took almost 10 minutes…read morefor anyone to come to our table and greet us and ask if we'd like anything to drink. We placed our drink order and waited...out came 2 glasses of wine, then the third and then the beer that was ordered. Also asked for lemon wedges for the water which came after the beer. Placed appetizers order of crab cakes and smash burger. Waited a bit and then placed order for two salads as part of our dinners. Salads came out before the appetizers. I must say the crab cakes were delicious (maybe not $26 delicious), the smash burger was ok, very greasy and fries were not very hot. My biggest disappointment was my entree, Parmesan Crusted Seabass which is one of my all time favorites that I order when I see it on the menu. The plate looked delicious but looks can be deceiving. The Seabass was more breaded than Parmesan crusted. Usually When I order this it is Seabass topped with shredded Parmesan cheese and baked, this was not that! Then the sauce that covered the spinach and potatoes and lobster pieces had red chili flakes added(which is not noted on the menu) which added "heat" to the dish that I was not expecting nor was I able to eat. For $55 I was very disappointed. No, I didn't mention this at the time as we were dining with family and I didn't want to disrupt the dinner by sending it back. Such a simple thing to note on the menu description! The short rib was the best entree of the table, nice portion and delicious sauce. The filet was tiny, maybe 4 oz. Definitely not anywhere near 8 in as stated on the menu and it was hard to find with all of the broccoli on the plate. We will be visiting family here again but definitely won't be back here. On another note, the music they were playing would be more suitable to a dance club than a venue such as this.

Steak and Frites

Wine slushy and lemon martini.

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Cloud 9 Wine Bar & Restaurant

3.7(169 reviews)

40.0 mi

All great/comfortable setting/ great service and food. Drink special of Moscow mules was…read moredelicious. Best Mack and cheese and mussels I've had lately.

My wife and I had dinner at Cloud 9 after the Lighting of Perry Square kicking off the Holiday…read moreSeason. We've been here before for the Mother's Day buffet but hadn't ordered off the menu before. I have to say that the meal was totally unremarkable. I had a hard time justifying the expense when we got the bill. I had the Shrimp and Risotto was totally nonplused by the serving size and over all taste. The Few Shrimp that were the star of the meal were so tough that they ruined the meal. I'm assuming they were over cooked as they were not just tough but bland as well.The Risotto was very bland as well, so stroke two! Bertrand served way better before at his Perry Square location. The best part of our Cloud 9 meals were the easy ramp parking. I remembered taking a Nexium when we got home so that my stomach would stop being upset. Never again!

Angus strip and chicken pomodori

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French onion soup

Nights & Weekends Pizzeria

4.5(19 reviews)

0.0 mi

You have to try the Meatball Appetizer! The pizza is phenomenal as well, one of the best doughs…read moreI've ever had. Ingredients always seem to be top notch and fresh. I also recommend getting a side of the hot Calabrian peppers to top off your pizza.

Great pizza with the best thin crust. Draft beer from local brewery down the street and great…read moreservice. Perfect t. The ambiance is good even on a cold empty Monday night. Staff super welcoming. Definitely will return.

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View of my seat at the bar with my mostly eaten Calabrese pizza.

Last slice of pepperoni pizza... I promise the pepperoni was more evenly distributed across the pizza.

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Ces C.

Elite 26 All-Star

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267

1123

2 years ago

A Hidden Gem in Ashtabula! If you're in Ashtabula, this restaurant is a must-visit for food lovers! The place is on the smaller side, so I highly recommend making a reservation, especially for weekend dining. We were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food! As seafood enthusiasts, we kicked off our meal with a dozen oysters, which were decent, though I would have appreciated some horseradish on the side. The mussels, however, were absolutely superb! For my main course, I tried the special of the night: Crispy Skin Red Snapper. It was incredibly delicious! The filet mignon was also impressive. Our server was not only helpful but also very knowledgeable about wines. We opted for a bottle of both red and white from France to complement our meal, and their selection was quite impressive. Service was prompt and attentive, making this spot a must-try when you're in Ashtabula. Cheers to a happy tummy! read more

Don L.

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3

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3 years ago

Amazing creative menu! Food was incredible, the service was perfect, and ambiance was truly creative!

Juan R.

32

8

11

8 years ago

The street tacos are absolutely amazing! So hard to try anything else when I'm addicted!

Janice H.

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2

1

3 years ago

Food was so good. Service was excellent. Restaurant was clean and staff was super nice.

Lorrie L.

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5

3

4 years ago

Delicious food, great customer service. Always leave satisfied and happy we visited!

Ken W.

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7 years ago

Excellent food, every time I have eaten here. Ken

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