To be clear, this isn't necessarily a four-star restaurant, but my experience with many friends on Memorial Day weekend, proved that you don't have to be the best to be worth a stop. We stopped after a bike ride, and they were only just opening. The owner welcomed us and let us know that they were not yet fully staffed. Not a problem. The employees who were there tag teamed all patrons. My friends had the happy hour burgers and fries. I had the walleye cheeks, fried. They were outstanding, even though I don't typically eat fried food. I would go back for those walleye cheeks in a heart beat. They're happy hour prices were also very good. Nice job folks. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]What a view!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was great! A few service issues that were taken care of immediately! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely a gorgeous place for a great fish dinner![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Driftwood Point - View from our lakeside table! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Geneva, Ohio

Staff communication: 5:5 Food: 4.5:5 Drink prices: 5:5 [[HIGHLIGHT]]Live Music: 6:5[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dog Friendly: YES[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Driftwood Point - Dopest spot in NE Ohio Lake Side - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Geneva, Ohio

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Hidden gem! Right on the lake, views were stunning while you ate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This particular Friday night they had a band,so atmosphere was electric.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had Lake Erie perch and it was very good. Menu had a variety of choices, but we wanted fresh fish and we were not disappointed. read more

SERVICE = 0. Took an hour to get wall eye bites. Talked with 4 servers. FOOD= 4. BEERS not cold. But pina colada was good [[HIGHLIGHT]]MUSIC = 11. Country Honk was fun[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] VIBE and AMBIANCE =10 And that's what you came for. To sit in the shade sip your drink and watch the lake. read more

After waiting for food and drinks for 90 min we left. I went into bar and purchased our first (and only) drinks. we sat and watched waitresses moving at a glacial pace, ignoring many, a host sitting and watching. we only were able to order after we flagged down one of the three visible waitresses. after 45 min of waiting for fried walleye and fries (and drink refills, 2 beers and an iced tea) we left. we used to LOVER this place but it was pathetic today. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The location is perfect on the lake! Loved the cute umbrellas and the atmosphere and decor.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But that's about all that was good. My burger was dry and flavorless; the condiments on the table were expired; one bite of the coleslaw showed it also was definitely past its expiration date; overpriced; and the food had been sitting awhile because it was lukewarm. This place has so much potential and could be awesome given the location and decor. If you're going for drinks and to listen to live music out back by the lake, I recommend it. If you are going to eat, I'd suggest you pass on by here. read more

Ambiance-Great location on the water. A bald eagle scooped up a fish 50 feet offshore. There is no better lake view restaurant in the area. They have some great music as well. Kind of a folksy group playing last night. Mandolin and banjo player were great, as was the lead singer and base player Food-is just ok. Service-The waitress was really a nice girl. However they need to be trained. Waited 20 minutes after we sat down to have drink order taken, then waited 15 more minutes to get the drinks to the table. I could tell the beer sat on the bar waiting to get picked up as it was not ice cold. This place has a ton of potential with the right management. Would I go back? Yes. Great location and music. Is just brace myself for a Long wait. I'd probably just order my own drinks from the bar. read more

Driftwood point hosted a holiday pop up! Let me tell you how amazing the food was! 10+ out of 10! I was greeted by Reagan, who was charming, and chose the blue cheese/onion straw prime rib. It was cooked perfectly- seared in just the right amount of peppercorn crust- medium rare- as I like it! The mashed potatoes were creamy with garlic essence, and the side salad was generous and delicious on its own! There was nothing left on my plate. I accompanied my prime rib with a couple glasses of MCellars Amphora Pinot Noir, a stunning fave of mine- and perfect with this meal. I confirmed with the owner they will reopen in April, as they are right on the lake and 7 mins away. This was an outstanding meal- haha- I was there for Festivus, but there was no "airing of the grievances" this night! The band played holiday favorites - some in a twisted form which had the crowd laughing. This place will be beautiful during the spring/summer as it has ample outdoor seating and their food is off the hook, the service was stellar. I keep hoping a Valentine's Day pop up might happen as well!! I loved everything about this cute little space and have plans to be a regular! The only downside is parking gets a little tight- but I can maneuver my trusty vehicle around- I am so glad I found this treasure. Pencil me in for April! read more

Driftwood Point - Band entertains w Christmas music at Driftwood Point. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Geneva, Ohio

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great family run place on the lake.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]No better place to hang, listen to great music, and grab a bite to eat on Lake Erie.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's just the great patio vibe I was looking for.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love meeting family and friends here.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The fish is FRESH! Love the fried green beans. If the weather is good, come early, and order as soon as you can for better parking and quicker food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It can get crowded and the small kitchen can get backed up.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] No matter! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The patio is amazing and you are hanging with your friends lakeside, listening to music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The view is great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]the breeze is nice, and the food is fabulous.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Super nice staff and owners. (They are all new since 2023!) read more

The people on stage called he said she said were amazing. Super talented. Service 0 2 hours for a salad and shrimp.

Excellent food and service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance was great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would recommend it to everyone. Will be back!!

The BEST French fried green beans EVER!! I order them as my two sides with the walleye dinner.

First off, let me say the staff was friendly and nice. The location is great, right by the lake with awesome views, if you are just going to have a few drinks. However the food is nothing to write home about, not much flavor. We had a hamburger that was to be cooked medium rare but way over cooked, the bottom was burnt, hard and just dried out. The fries were ok and the fried shrimp really needed the cocktail sauce to add taste to them. Really needs to revamp the food and the prices were a bit to high but the drinks were good. read more

New owners! Try it! Open June 2nd It's going to be great! Same great atmosphere, live music ! read more

Service is Horrible . Place is overpriced order a 24.00 walleye dinner . Received cold fries and two 2x2 inch pieces of fish. Over an hour to get that .. the kicker we didn't even receive silverware... won't be back . read more

Bad fried food, and bad sides with dinners. It's only worth going for is the entertainment, and ambiance on a gorgeous evening, out on the gravel patio. Check limited 2024 menu for updated pricing. read more

Great all the way around. View was amazing! Perch is great. I don't think they use msg either. read more

We went last night for dinner and it was amazing!! I got the smash burger with a side salad and it was delicious! Servers and bartenders were attentive and AWESOME!! Got to watch the sunset while having a glass of wine and listening to live music! So awesome!!! can't wait to spend our summer nights here! :) read more

Driftwood Point - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Geneva, Ohio

A gem on Lake Erie - with incredible views and live music! Owners Roger and Paula are always there to ensure that everyone has a great time. read more

I love it here.. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The view is amazing and the fish is fresh and is hands down the best fish from here to Erie Pennsylvania.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We love coming here we love all of the staff and everyone is always so friendly and smiling. I can't believe it when I read other reviews that people can complain about the wait time when your allowed to sit down have a drink and enjoy the live band while your waiting. Most places you go they give you a pager or send you a text while you sit in a lobby or even your car and wait 45 min to an hour just to get a table but not at driftwood pointe and the wait is always worth it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My kids love coming they play on the beach or even with the toys driftwood has for children[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] don't change anything you will always be our number one spot and I live in Cleveland Ohio read more

Very slow service for food that tasted like it came out of a freezer, go somewhere else

Salmon was to burnt to even eat, perch sandwich had a half of piece of perch on and it was all bread. Waited 45 minutes to drink and our waiter didn't come back to ask for refills. The location is beautiful, spent to much time on that and needed more work on food. Waited 2 hours for food, beer was extremely warm and we didn't order another one, didn't even get appetizers until our food came out, overall horrible place, wont come back. DONT COME HERE read more

Regan was AWESOME! Happy, attentive, quick and hard working. We were at Driftwood for 4 hours. And Regan took care of us (party of 4) GREAT! She went over and above for us read more

Came to Geneva for a weekend get away and seen this place online and how good they was so my friends and I checked it out let me start off by saying NEVER AGAIN this place was horrible service,staff and cleanliness. Our waitress took her time taking our order when we got our order in we waited about 45 min when we asked her about it she said it'll be out soon. We finally got our appetizer after the 45 min after she took it outside came in asked us if we ordered it then threw it on the table. An hour went by now and still no food so we ended up paying for our drinks and appetizer then left. Not to top that off but the waitress was hitting her ecig right in front of all the customers I mean have some respect for goodness sakes!!! Would not recommend this place to anyone at all!!!! read more

Walleye dinner was great, fresh and hot came with fresh cut fries and tasty slaw. I was told that the burger was great, fries also. Raegan, who took care of us, was fantastic...friendly staff...and the food came out quicker than in the past. I'm told that it's new owners and the manager stopped by to ask how everything was. Large patio area, all new comfortable furniture with umbrellas, great view of Lake Erie! Will be coming back here more often! Down on the beach are benches and a large fire pit, can't wait for cooler weather. read more

After being banned from my go to list, the new ownership has resurrected this old GOTL staple! Incredible service, excellent food and cocktails. Do yourself a favor and travel off the strip for the best view and food on the lake!! read more

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We stumbled across this quaint restaurant while exploring the area. What a great find. First, the view is spectacular. It's right on the water with outdoor seating. The owners greeted us and immediately we felt like family. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. They were very accommodating due to a food allergy. The grilled perch and grilled walleye was outstanding. There was live music as an added bonus. I highly recommend this restaurant if you are in the area. read more

With the new ownership this past year, this has become a quick favorite of restaurants for me! Amazing food, even better drinks, and superb service! Not to mention the adorable baby the owners have around some nights :) They always have great music/bands on the weekends and truly bring your whole experience together for a perfect night. Whether you choose to sit on the patio and feel the breeze or relax inside looking out the large open windows, Driftwood wont let you down. read more

Tried to go to dinner for the evening wait staff didn't bother to tell us they were either booked up for a party or " reservations " waited for ten minutes before being informed of this. Got the impression we weren't one of the regular locals so they couldn't be bothered with us even though I own a house less then half mile a away on the lake. read more

Food was good potato skins Never got our meal. After 3hrs we left! Arived at 4:48 left at 8:44. A table that came in 2hr after us was served. the owner sat down with them (6). We were told ours would be take another 15 min and had we had a reservation by owner. I I said yes and good buy! read more

I've been going to Driftwood Point for a few years and have always loved the atmosphere and the food. The wait staff was never very good. I was there yesterday evening and it seems that there is a slight improvement in the wait staff, but the price for a perch dinner is out of sight, almost double what most other restaurants charge. I had the walleye and it was mostly a crusty batter and very little fish. This had been my favorite place for fish, but sadly I can no longer recommend it. The music and atmosphere are still great though. read more

Dive bar with a view. Fish tacos were ok. Not very professional for the owner to be drinking and doing shots behind the bar. Paid via QR code off receipt and then got followed out like I tried to dine and dash. Clearly little to no training or testing of maybe a newer payment system. Will not be back. read more

I no can only give the 1 start to this review because of the view and location. Upon arrival we were like yesssssss!! Finally found a hidden gem - but boy were we wrong. Greeted by a young kind host, we had no reservations but we could eat inside, which was fine. We are not picky. There was a table outside with 2 seat that we asked if we could just pull up a chair for my 12 year old ..the hostess asked the owner and said "just go tell them NO!! Don't be such a pushover!" (Wow!) the girl was kind and told us she couldn't. We sat inside after 10 min a bartender came over to ask what we wanted to drink. Another 10 min we got the drinks! This bartender had been juggling maybe 2 other tables.. but didn't know what she was doing. Kept going back and mingling with her co workers. After finishing our drinks.. and waiting another 20 min the girl came over to ask us if we needed anything. I said "well we will pay for these 3 drinks and take the check!" She said "oh ok I'll let the kitchen know to cancel your order." I was flabbergasted..sHE NEVER EVEN TOOK AN ORDER!! I told her that and she said ohhh sorry. I'll get your check. We paid and left. Which now coming to read other reviews-I am so glad we Didnt give another penny to the establishment.. the owner, was walking around barking orders..rude to paying customers and it's such a shame. That place could be such a thriving and beautiful place!!! If you're thinking of going DO NOT DO IT!!! Just pack a picnic and sit on any of the local beach access to the lake and relax. You will be so much happier!!!! read more

Showed up at 4:30 today. Yelp said open. Not the case. Tried to call. Nothing!! Sign on the building said open Friday-Sunday. Tables set with condiments doors locked. Judging from prior reviews this place needs new ownership. In the past this was one of our absolute favorite lake front bars. Such a shame. Such a waste read more

A hidden gem on the shores of the North Coast, also known as the shore line of Lake Erie. Despite the location, a must visit for great lake perch. Have to try the perch tacos which two in our group had. Both said the meat was tasty and in a crunchy breading. Good mix with the Cole slaw. The gals said "have to try them"! I went with the Jr. Burger. Ordered medium and it came out...... Medium!! Homemade buns, along with bacon (thick slice);slice of American cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion! Absolutely fantastic. Also had live entertainment with a band that fronted Grand Funk Railroad, the Doors, David Bowie, and Joe Walsh. Really good entertainment on a Friday evening. All you Westies need to grab your Google maps get out out here. Also find the owner Lois and introduce yourself, she's worth the time as well. read more

Love that it is located on the shores of our Great Lake Erie. The night I went they had a great singer, Susie Hagan, which made for a great evening. The food was bar type fare, good, but nothing outstanding. Deep fried green beans were a nice change of pace. Would go back, but more for the ambience and singing than the food. Service was good. read more

Driftwood Point - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Geneva, Ohio

We received very unfriendly service from the owner and her husband. Rules for dealing with COVID were not posted as they are at other establishments and when we offered to grab masks out of the car they were very ride to us even though we were eating outside. Our waitress was very nice but the ownership was incredibly callous without reason. Subpar food, not worth the way we were treated. read more

Hidden local gem where the family can enjoy delicious walleye dinner and local bands on a lake view patio! Highlight of our trip!

Nice atmosphere in the summer. Sit out on deck listen to music, have a drink or a meal. Owners are good people as well.