Loved the Merara Tiki Lounge in Port Clinton! Such a cool hidden spot with speakeasy vibes tiki…read morebar vibes. The Painkiller was amazing! Chill ambiance, great drinks, definitely a place I'll be back to.

Permanently closed. Per the sign in the door. Don't go don't waste your time. It's closed. It's…read moregoing. It's not coming back. Since the owners show so little respect of their customer to even mark the place close, avoid any of their future business

The food was absolutely amazing and the wait staff were phenomenal. They were working short a…read moreserver and they were highly attentive and accurate. Recommend.

The food was decent but nothing exciting or amazing. Service was nice and they got our order right.read more

FULL DISCLOSURE: I stole a loaf of bread from this store. It's true, folks, no lie…read more I was around 7 or 8 years old when the family went to Cheese Haven to buy some things for the picnic we had planned later that afternoon. I was told to hold onto a loaf of French bread as they looked around. As it were, I quickly got separated from my mother and father and so with bread in hand, I walked out the door looking for them. I found my father outside having a smoke, and when he saw that loaf of bread, well, he wasn't very happy about it, but then again, he didn't make me take it back in either. So, many decades later: * The statute of limitations has passed. * I've made peace with my guilty conscience. * I stopped in again, a few weeks ago What I found was the same fun, kitschy, touristy place that it used to be. It's full of some things you need and some things you'll just want. They've got an impressive deli with all kinds of smoked meats and cheeses. Of course, all that needs to be washed down with some of their eclectic selection of sodas. Looking for something more adult? They have a huge selection of local Ohio beers and wines. If you're into the sweet and salty, there's plenty of candy and snacks. If you like spice, you'll find a surprisingly good selection of hot sauces too. Their prices are tourist haunt reasonable, so the cash register tally shouldn't be much of a surprise. Cheese Haven is a solid locally owned business that promotes Ohio based products with some good local stuff from all over the area. It'll delight and excite the younger ones and give some nostalgic feelings to the older ones. In any case, it's a lot of fun and a delicious stop while you're in the area. For me? Easily, 5 stars.

Cheese Haven in Port Clinton, Ohio, is a well-known stop for a vast selection of cheeses, including…read moreaged, smoked, and blended varieties, along with deli items, smoked fish, and wine. We have been visiting for 60 years, and find this shop to be delightful; the nearby retail area has greatly developed. The title of "Walleye Capital of the World" is primarily claimed by two major locations: Lake of the Woods in Baudette, Minnesota, and Lake Erie in Port Clinton, Ohio. Port Clinton offers neat holiday experiences and the smoked cheese from Cheese Haven is a family tradition. Caveat: traffic may be heavy in this area; avoid u-turns.

I am leaving this review because what happened during my visit could have had serious consequences…read more I have a dairy allergy, not a preference and not lactose intolerance. Before ordering, I informed staff of my allergy and specifically requested that my sandwich be made without provolone cheese. My husband also reminded staff that I could not have cheese. We repeated this multiple times to make sure there was no misunderstanding. What makes this especially concerning is that staff clearly understood I had a dairy allergy. When I ordered a salad, an employee immediately informed me that the poppyseed dressing contained dairy and helped me switch to a vinaigrette. That showed they were aware of the allergy and the need to avoid dairy products. Despite all of that, my sandwich was still prepared with provolone cheese. I discovered it after I had already begun eating. For someone with a food allergy, that is not a minor mistake. It is a serious food safety issue that could result in a medical emergency. When I brought the mistake to the staff's attention, I was shocked by the response. Instead of receiving a sincere apology, concern for my safety, or an offer to replace the meal or issue a refund, the response was dismissive. The explanation given was that the employee thought the sandwich modifications were for my husband rather than for me. Food allergies should never be treated casually. Customers trust restaurants to take allergy warnings seriously, especially after being informed multiple times. What concerns me most is not only that the mistake happened, but how it was handled afterward. If you or a family member has a severe food allergy, I would strongly encourage you to consider this experience before dining here. Allergy-related mistakes can have serious consequences, and based on my experience, I left feeling that my concerns were not taken seriously. I would run away from this restaurant either that or have the nearest hospital on speed dial, you might need a medic

First time ordering some takeaway for a picnic and was so impressed with the very friendly service…read moreand really tasty food. Sometimes you just need to not eat fried food and this is the best place for healthier fare! Really tasty wraps, salads, and sammies. Don't sleep on their coffee, either, I got an iced caramel latte and it was perfect -- not too sweet and the coffee is really good and strong. We tried a little of everything: chicken salad salad, chicken salad croissant, a BLT, and a chicken ranch wrap. Everything was outstanding. Love the chips they have, too (made in Michigan). They're not too salty! There's a small gift shop area and a separate bigger gift shop/home decor in the space adjacent to the cafe. There's outdoor seating on a patio, too. Definitely recommend if you're visiting Catawba or Port Clinton or even just coming/going from Miller Ferry. Sorry I forgot photos! Trust me - it was 5 stars for awesome easy fresh deli food!

This was absolutely amazing--we had one of the best dinners ever. The host was very kind and…read morefriendly and let us know they were backed up because of the holiday. She also came to get us as soon as a table became available. The bartenders were excellent and made us feel like we weren't waiting long for drinks at all. Even though the kitchen was a little backed up, it gave us plenty of time to look at the art and enjoy conversation. The owner even made time to come talk with us and seemed to genuinely interact with many of the guests. I will definitely be returning. The hostess, Lauren, was amazing. Our server, Rachele, was fantastic. And Ashley behind the bar made us feel so welcome--it was like she already knew what we wanted before we even ordered.

I've given this place more than one try as it's local and I wanted to support local, however the…read morefood is just terrible. No taste for what you get. I feel they just need to do better. Someone needs to revamp the menu and prices. I'll be shocked if this place makes it .

This is a pay it forward restaurant. Servers are volunteers and funds gained go to address food…read moreinsecurity. The food is really good too. We love the flatbreads, bread pudding, soups and sandwiches...great for brunch too as the eggs benedict is divine. Enjoy a great meal and do a good deed.

A simple BLT that was sublime. Somehow it filled me up. The tomatoe soup was out of this world. You…read morecould tell this one made from fresh sweet tomatoes.

Stopped in for a late lunch and a cold brew. We ordered a…read moreplate of the loaded potato chips for an appetizer and they were very good, plenty, we couldn't eat them all. (4 of us). I had a side salad and a side order of the mac and cheese since that is what they are known for. It was good and creamy. Staff was very friendly. A+

Permanently closed. Per the sign in the door. Don't go don't waste your time. It's closed. It's…read moregoing. It's not coming back

Had a nice lunch here today. We ordered the soup flight (chili, chicken noodle and tomato bisque…read morewith a grilled cheese sandwich cut into 4 stripe. It was very good and I would order it again. A small suggestion, the option to substitute one of the soups for a same size salad. We also ordered the Italian sand-wedge with a huge portion of more then you can eat crispy tater tots. Can't wait to come back.

The food was very good I loved the arcade. I ordered the small pizza which just cheese.read more