Buckeye At The Lake

Good food Hugh hamburgers and tenderloin sandwich. Good…read moreservice . We take our boat. Dog friendly

The Tilton burger was well done, crumbly and flavorless. The service was great and the ambiance…read moreright next to the water is laid back and casual. I should've gone to the Cranberry resort.

Burger

Ham and cheese sandwich with onion chips.

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Woody's Diner

3.5(108 reviews)

4.0 mi

Woody's has great consistent food at the lake. It's always busy! Love when it's nice and we can…read moresit on the patio. Tuesdays is Italian night, literally 2 people can share the chicken Parm. The Italian sub is great, all their salads are good and huge. Come hungry!

Lunch at Woody's Diner: A Buckeye Superfan's Dream…read more If heaven has a diner, it needs to be like Woody's--otherwise, I don't want to go. As a lifelong Ohio State fan, walking into this place felt less like lunch and more like stepping straight into Buckeye Heaven. Every inch of the diner is drenched in scarlet and gray pride--autographed photos, jerseys worn by real players, helmets, and memorabilia that makes you want to stand up and belt out "Carmen Ohio." I knew before even cracking the menu: I was home. Our server, Grace, was all smiles and Buckeye spirit. She gave us the rundown--Woody's has been serving up Buckeye-influenced eats for about 15 years. And it shows. The burgers aren't just burgers here--they're tributes, each named after coaches, players, or football legends. Picking one felt like draft day. Grace recommended the Dustin Burger, named after former Buckeye great Dustin Fox. Now, I'll admit--when I heard "peanut butter on a burger," my first reaction was the same as when Michigan wins a game: complete disbelief. But I trusted Grace. And let me tell you... this was no trick play. This half-pound beauty came stacked with peanut butter, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and a fried egg. It sounds strange, but somehow the combo worked like a perfectly executed Flea Flicker. The bun was grilled, the burger cooked to a juicy medium rare, and by the second bite I needed a stack of napkins big enough to block a defensive line. My wife went with the Tailgate Burger--a powerhouse with house-made BBQ sauce, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, Miracle Whip, and onion straws. Cooked to medium well, it was sweet, tangy, and messy enough to require its own offensive coordinator. She said it was delicious--though maybe a little too "sloppy touchdown celebration" for her liking. And get this--burgers are just the start. The menu is huge, with pizzas, sandwiches, and even big entrees like grilled steak and pork chops. But honestly, when the burgers are this good, I don't know if I could ever call another play. So here's my verdict: Woody's Diner = Buckeye pride + killer burgers + friendly staff = one unforgettable lunch. If you're a Buckeye fan, or just a burger fan, or hey, even if you're that rare soul who just likes food with personality--high tail it to Woody's. Trust me, it's worth it. Until next time, I'm Brian -- and remember to Take the Trip! (And yes, I may have sung the Ohio State fight song all the way home. My wife can confirm.)

Decor

Appetizers for days!

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Outside

Kewpee Hamburgers

4.2(184 reviews)

17.4 mi

A second location with all the delicious menu items. The burgers are hot and delicious. Try getting…read morethem with tartar! The lemon crunch pie is most delicious. Convenient drive through makes it super easy to get a quick fix of Kewpee.

Let me start by saying this. I love kewpee, I grew up eating…read morekewpee, my love for it is undying and will never change. I love going for lunch because they are quick and efficient and I never have issues. Until you enter the night shift. It has been this way for years. You're driving along, hungry and fat as hell. Also broke as hell. You remember where you can get cheap, good food. You change directions and start the journey there. You take the curve and pull into the parking lot narrowly avoiding getting t boned by the Lima crackies all while having to dodge the homeless and craters in the lot. You see the drive thru is behind the building so you know it's a short line. Your first thought, this must be a quick wait right? Absolutely, undeniably INCORRECT. When I tell you to have your wills written out before this, I mean it. Give the house to Susie, the car to Jeremy, and if you don't know who to give your stuff too, don't worry, you'll have all the time ever given to you to debate on it. For the love, take your hungry ass to McDonald's at night. Every. Single. Time. I come here at night and it's like everybody working is high on God knows what and have just worked a 12 hour shift prior. Zero customer service. You pull up to the speaker that somehow witnessed the first and the Second World War and made it out on top and get your order taken. (No hate toward the speaker, just the voices behind it) By the time your order is taken you're already behind on getting ready for tomorrow morning. Might as well call off work. Here's the cherry on top. You finally reach the window after multiple blood clots have formed in your legs from the wait that are slowly making their way toward your brain. Boom. The worker opens the window. Stares at you for a good while before saying your total, sounding utterly unsure. You hand them your card. They take a good look at it like they have never seen such thing before as they slip their greasy arm back in the window. Now you wait, wait some more, wait, before the window opens and they hand you the receipt and card back. Window shuts again. When it opens, they are normally talking to themselves while handing you your food and drinks. DO NOT MAKE EYE CONTACT. Then you tell them thank you. Pro tip- do not speak a word. It's like if they interact with you in the slightest Momma Kewpee will come from the back and blow their dome smooth off. Finally, you pull away with your food wondering if you missed Christmas. You park. Hungry asf. Open the bag. Fried upside down. Burger slopped in there. No napkins. No salt packets for they plain ass fries. Pie. With no sign of a fork. To top it all off? All of it is cold. They must expect you to eat your pie like a slice of pizza. I've never seen anything like it. You're gonna sit there and wallow and remember all the good times you came here during the day. Perfect staff. Perfect experience, perfect food. Then you'll look back at your sad ass food and wish you were at McDonald's because at least your food would be hot. All in all. And take what I say heavily. Avoid the night shift unless you have nothing to live for and no family to make it home to.

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Pie, soda and cheeseburger

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The Root Beer Stand At Indian Lake

3.5(15 reviews)

3.9 mi

The milkshakes are my favorite. The wings are delicious, as are the hotdogs. My family visits at…read moreleast once a week. Service is always friendly, and the option to play mini-golf or utilize the batting cages are a great.

We've truly enjoyed getting to go here from time to time, the pupper included!! Thank y'all for…read morealways making everything look so cutesy and for also having something for our furry friend :).

Front of the building

Philly cheese steak

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Crabill's Hamburger Shop

4.4(118 reviews)

29.0 mi

I have been eating these hamburgers for over 50 years. No cheese for me, just mistard (they make…read morethemselves) and relish relish. Yummy!! I am not surprised at how popular they are all these years later - each time I stop by there is a wait, but these small hamburgers are some of the best you will ever eat. The staff are friendly and I highly recommend waiting in the line and experience Crabill's hamburgers for yourself. Get a few more than you think you'll eat, because you will wish you had more.

The wait is worth it and it moves fairly fast. The burger was a slider size packed with flavor…read more Served with onion, mustard and relish on the most delicious bakery bun with a hint of sweetness. The dog is split and covered cheese on the same perfect bun, get a double. Drive thru only delivered to your car plan in eating in the lot, or better yet drive up the road and get a UDF shake to go with. One of the top 10 burger experiences in my life +++

Double cheeseburger (left) and cheeseburger

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Don's Downtown Diner

4.7(139 reviews)

13.4 mi

After hearing so many good things about Don's Downtown Diner in Bellefontaine, we finally made it…read morein--and I'm glad we did! This super cute little diner is family-owned and operated, and from the moment we walked in, we felt right at home. We had the pleasure of meeting Tania and her granddaughter Maddy, who were both incredibly friendly and genuinely excited that we stopped by. The diner is absolutely oozing with personality. It feels like you're visiting family... if family charged you for a great hamburger! I ordered the Body Bearded Burger, a smash burger topped with your choice of cheese, crispy bacon, peanut butter, and the option to add jelly for just 99 cents. They offer grape or strawberry jelly, and of course I had to try it. All burgers come with fresh-cut fries, though you can upgrade to onion rings for a small additional charge. The burger was outstanding. Cooked perfectly on the griddle and served on a nicely toasted bun, every bite was packed with flavor. The peanut butter added a rich, nutty taste, the bacon brought a salty crunch, and the jelly added just the right touch of sweetness. It sounds like an unusual combination, but trust me--it works incredibly well. The fresh-cut fries were a great side, and the whole meal felt like classic diner comfort food done right. If you're anywhere near Bellefontaine, do yourself a favor and stop by Don's Downtown Diner. Great food, great people, and the kind of hometown atmosphere that's becoming harder and harder to find.

Stopped here today for lunch. We had tried two times in the past but they were closed both times…read more We were hoping the 3rd time was a charm and it was! This was a cute family owned restaurant. We met the owner Tanya and her granddaughter Maddie. Both were super nice and told us a lot about the customers, the history of the place and the food everyone loves! We came for their fresh local meat hamburgers. I got the portobello burger. It had swiss cheese, fried portobello mushrooms, and horseradish sauce. I opted to not get the horseradish sauce. The burger came with handcut fries that were hot and fresh. The burger was hot and tasted very good. This is a very family friendly place that serves good home cooked food. I highly recommend coming here and make sure you talk to Tanya. She is super friendly! You will really like her and the food is GOOD!! Take a walk downtown after you eat. Bellfontaine is a super cute town with quant shops!

Inside Don's

A chicken bacon, ranch wrap

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Downtown

The Landing Tavern

4.1(38 reviews)

3.1 mi

This tavern has the "Hometown" feel that it deserves. It has been a staple in our community for…read moredecades. Great breakfast every day and lunch specials that make you want to come back! It's our "Cheers" bar!!

To be fair, the staff is very kind. However…read more.. Firstly, I'm not sure why they would give ranch in packets. I've never seen that used beyond salads and where am I supposed to put that in a to go box? I had to take the soggy paper out of the bottom to even use the poor tasting ranch. Even better, one of the 3 chicken strips we ordered weren't even chicken. Literally an entire piece of breading, so I just wasted my money while I'm in the middle of trying to move :/. Big yikes. Won't ever be going here again.

Fish sandwich

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PRETZELS AND CHEESE! Loved that they looked like Buckeyes!

Brewfontaine

4.5(162 reviews)

13.4 mi

Always enjoy a meal from Brew! Great food, a welcoming atmosphere, and consistently a wonderful…read moreexperience. Brewfontaine is definitely a favorite and always worth a visit. Highly recommend!

Stopped in after a museum tour. Sat at the bar. Very good service, fantastic bartender! Spinach…read moreartichoke dip was amazing! Smaller on the inside, but there are more rooms and a nice patio!

Heated patio

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Outdoor seating

Skinny's Tavern

4.1(34 reviews)

18.4 mi

A drive from Port Clinton to the Dayton area is a bit of a schlep, so I had to find a good lunch…read morestop along the way, and appeal to my wife's love of a great hamburger. Skinny's exceeded expectations. Not only did they have an exceptional assortment of burgers (juicy and filling), but they also surprised us with a great pork tenderloin. PT's are a regional favorite in Illinois and Missouri, and pretty rare east of Indiana. They're known for looking like a flattened piece of fried chicken with a bun that barely covers half the meat. This had a great taste, and the breading was not overcooked as it is deeper into the Midwest. Ordered two pieces of pie to go (rhubarb and coconut cream). Unless you hear otherwise, I expect they'll be a standout given their size and appearance. Skinny's looks like a rough roadhouse from its exterior, but is a convivial family hangout inside. Our waitress was friendly and very efficient. A pro. The French fries were also exceptional, though the coleslaw was just average (little more vinegar, please). Maybe that makes this a 4.8, but the humorous wall signs brought it back up up to 5 ("Many have dined here. Few have died."). Lot of good menu items, but this was the real deal for a burger fix.

Friday sept 18, 2026. Stopped by en route to a high school football game 20 mins north of Kenton…read morearound 5pm. No cars in the parking lot and didn't look like anything going on here. Not sure if this is still a business that is actively operating.

Bar

Patio door

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Jill B.

3 years ago

Have been here twice and both times had to wait 2 hours for our pizza!! I know they are fairly new but 2 hours is absolutely ridiculous for a pizza! The kitchen staff needs a lot of work. In fact one of the times I got up to use the restroom and looked back in the kitchen they were literally goofing off walking around in a circle instead of making pizzas! They had to shut down orders from over the phone because those people coming in to pick up their pizzas were also waiting an additional 2 hours past the quoted time on the phone. I've never seen so many pissed off people in one place! It's stressful even going there to eat because the people seated around us were also complaining about the long wait time for their food. They also don't even have drinking water because they have said their water isn't drinkable so you have to buy bottles of water and you are charged for every can of pop. No free refills on anything here! When we finally did get our pizza it was completely burnt around the edges of the crust. This place is so disappointing. Definitely won't be back and will let everyone else know that unless you have at least 2 hours to wait to eat do NOT go here. The management doesn't seem to care either. read more

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