A drive from Port Clinton to the Dayton area is a bit of a schlep, so I had to find a good lunch stop 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. read more

Friday sept 18, 2026. Stopped by en route to a high school football game 20 mins north of Kenton around 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. read more

First time at Skinny's, was in town to pick up a wedding dress. The serve bartender we had was nice but very slow and couldn't answer all of our questions. The food we got was not all that great, quality was 3/5. Not sure I would go back here read more

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Service was horrible she was very slow and did not check in on us. Everything we wanted to order was out and they did not have but yet it was on the menu. It took them over 45 minutes to deliver our order. You could also smell the weed coming off the waitress. read more

I love their burgers and cheese curds! Every time I try to take a picture, my inner fatty wins. It's either 'wait for the perfect shot' or 'stuff my face immediately'... and well, you can guess which one wins every time The service? Always amazing -- they've probably seen me inhale food like it's a sport. read more

No idea how old this place is, but it IS old. Maybe a farmhouse once-upon-a-time, but now a sort of family roadhouse place, with something for everyone. Seems like everything where is homemade. Had a grilled cheese & tomato bisque. What can go wrong with grilled cheese, but the soup was REALLY good - especially in a roadhouse sort of in the outskirts of a small Ohio town! Since their lies are also homemade I made an exception & had a slice for dessert. My sweet server put on a fresh pot of coffee for me to go with the coconut cream pie that came encased in a clamshell. She whisked back to say she'd get me a bigger piece, which she did & delivered the larger piece on a real plate!! Delish. I'd come back if I was ever in the area again. A great spot in every way!! read more

I was in Kenton for work and looking for a good local place to grab late lunch, when someone told me about Skinny's and raved about their burgers. As I made my way there, it became clear this is definitely "local." It's hidden among residences (and right next to the railroad) and has that kind of vibe: it feels like exactly like the very small neighborhood bar that it is. I don't do burgers, so I got the fish sandwich basket. To my pleasant surprise, it was ALL good: the sandwich, fries & coleslaw. Getting two sides that were equally wonderful was a real treat - especially since coleslaw is so hit or miss (this one's definitely a hit!). Service was quick, too. Bottom line: it was good enough I returned and ordered the exact same thing the very next night. read more

The best burger I've had in some time. Friendly, efficient service. Only potential improvement would be better ventilation to clear the smoke from the grill. I live a couple of hours away, but I'd make that drive for that burger. read more

There aren't a lot of restaurant options in Kenton. This is the only place my Grandma will go out to eat in Kenton, so we came here for dinner when we were visiting her. I was impressed by how nice it is inside. It's definitely not a hole in the wall type of place like what you might expect. We got the Spicy Cheese Curds, Hawaiian Burger, Fried Bologna Sandwich with fries, Vegetable Soup, Blueberry Pie, and Cherry Cheesecake Pie. Everything was pretty good. My favorites were the Spicy Cheese Curds, Hawaiian Burger, Fried Bologna Sandwich, and the Cherry Cheesecake Pie. Unfortunately, we asked for the burger to be cooked rare and it came well done, but it was still good. The prices are incredibly reasonable. I don't remember the last time I spent so little going out to eat. If you find yourself in town, this is a good place to get a meal. read more

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Wow, a little hole in the wall with wonderful friendly service, GREAT burgers and delicious pork tenderloin sandwiches. If you're in the area, a must stop! read more

Skinny's Tavern - Pork tenderloin and cheeseburger baskets - Burgers Near Me - Kenton, Ohio

The waitress smiled but was missing teeth. Not a classy joint. My salad was huge but had chunks of white lettuce, and I had asked about the freshness of the lettuce! I miss Basils so much! read more

Taco Salad Tuesday was very good. The salad is huge so go hungry! It was very flavorful, fresh & yummy! Service is always great! If you like down home good food & homemade pies, you will be happy! read more

What a gem. Rustic seating in an 1880's house with wooden booths. We were in a hurry and our waitress recommended quick things. Quiet due to being lunchtime We had great fried baloney sandwich, the nice crispy Big T tenderloin sandwich with recommended mustard when I drew a blank about what I wanted. The coleslaw was excellent. My Diet Pepsi was served in a mason jar. Coffee was refilled. The to-go container was sustainable cardboard. Our efficient waitress was very charming and even suggested a name for our new puppies. We loved talking about baloney sandwiches past with a woman at a neighboring table. read more

I like the hot french fries and fried mushrooms while rnjoyimg a drink in the late afternoon with my wife read more

Busy place, lots of locals. Best place to eat in Kenton. I will definitely be back. Fresh cut Fries were delicious.

Looking for an awesome burger, this is the place. Homemade soups are great also. Definitely gets you full and satisfied.

I haven't been back to Skinny's in a long time. I used to live in Kenton and my brother-in-law took me here. We got waited on pretty quickly with a smile because he was the "local" guy. I went back on my own a couple of weeks later, and I thought I was in the wrong place. No smiles, had to wait a long time to get waited on, food wasn't that great. I asked my BIL what happened and he said "you have to be known by the wait staff before you get good service". It appears new ownership is in place, which I'm happy to see, and if an when I get back to Kenton (other than a funeral) I might swing by to give it another try. That's the bad thing about Kenton... you have to live there at least 10 years before you can get decent service. read more

A good place for a date night. The service was good but the portions are HUGE couldn't finish my meal!

Nice small town tavern, great burgers and bar food, but an over priced for what you are getting.

Good food. Friendly staff. Be sure to try their cheeseburger. Also known for their homemade pies.

The food is average, the service is very good. They recently changed their menu and took the opportunity to increase their prices significantly. Previously their prices were very low, perhaps too low, but now their high prices seem out of line with the quality of the food. read more

Nice local Watering Hole and if you're a regular it's like Cheers it seems everyone knows your name. Don't expect nouveau cuisine but the food is good and the prices are reasonable. I had the deep fried bologna sandwich and wife had the burger both of which were done well and served quickly and hot. Servers were fast and professional. My only negative is that we had to ask for refills on drinks which is a pet peeve of mine read more

I stopped by today for lunch with some friends. The food was quick, delicious, and really cheap. Four people got their entree and we split 4 apps for like $60 or something. There was such an amazing value. The venue has a lot of character. Despite having some questionable things hung up on their walls, some of them were quite funny. Next time I'm in Kenton, I'll be sure to check it out. read more

Had great service and great food the butterscotch pie was great we will go there again

Stopped in while get lunch during work. Service was good, onion rings were fantastic, got the sparky burger and it was good just needed some sort of sauce. Overall price was great and would definitely come back read more

We've come here off and on for years, but something seems different recently. In a very good way. The staff is very efficient, the food came out hot or cold as it should have. I love their salads! read more

Wanted to leave a review, even though I've noticed not many people use yelp here in Kenton. Skinnys tavern is under new ownership and lots of things have changed in the past year. As a regular customer, I am so happy to see a place like this in Kenton that offers the deep fried goodness we all crave from a bar, but also home-cooked soups, sides, and scratch made pies. The place is known for their burgers, but the fried bologna is a quick second. The fries are my personal favorite - they're hand cut and the perfect fry. Seriously, check them out! As for prices, you can't get any better. Beers are a couple bucks, liquor under 5$ and the food is easily under 10$ a person. They're open for breakfast, lunch AND dinner. It's a great place for a quick bite while in town, lunch break, or family dinner. Plenty of parking. New interior and exterior renovations are great and inviting. The owners have been there every time I've been in and are always friendly. My best advice is to get there early for dinner so you nab a piece of that pie!!! Overall, Skinnys is a great place for Kenton and I always enjoy being there. read more

Everything is yummy and the people are great! Home cooked food and nice atmosphere. We love this place

Parked my truck in town and asked my phone to find me food near by. So I ended up in this delightful little hidden gem in Kenton. Food was good and people were very nice which is the way I prefer them. Now I'm passing through again but in the middle of the Coved lockdown, very sad. Please stay in business and I will be back !! All my best. read more

I love old school taverns. This place had the feel but service and food was poor. If you love processed frozen food that is deep fried then enjoy. Waitress walked by four times with saying hello or taking a drink order. Never offered a refill and seemed about as happy to be there as I was by the time we left. Ordered the Big T tenderloin sandwich it was a processed patty no bigger than the bun. A razor thin piece of tomato and lettuce that was cooked in the bun. Wife's salad had wilted lettuce. Macaroni bites again processed frozen from a bag I would assume. read more

It's hit or miss, but generally pretty good. I've had a lot of different things from there, but it's cheap so you get what you pay for. Don't expect superb service it's a local place and the ladies who work there like to take their time and give you grief. They're funny though so it all works out. read more

Great neighborhood tavern. Service was super friendly. I had the grilled Bologna sandwich and fried mushrooms. Both were really good. Family had the Big T sandwich, which is a deep fried breaded pork tenderloin. It was enjoyed all. Lots of Tvs and good beer selection. Huge menu and cheap prices. read more

This is really authentic American bar. Takes you back to the old times. Super friendly personnel who will make you feel at home. Nice food and beer and pleasant prices. If you want to feel what real Kenton is stop by for sure!! read more

Good prices, Great food and drink continues with new owners. Stop in when you are in Kenton.