As a Pescetarian in Northeast Ohio I have meaning to try Jolly Roger Seafood House for a while,…read morewell I finally got there and the big question is why I waited so long. Jolly Roger is located in Port Clinton right on Lake Erie; I was expecting something ordinary or just a bit dated and boy was I wrong. The building is very modern and clean from the outside, white and angular with big windows. Inside white walls, rough hewn wooden tables and just the right amount of decor makes for a modern seaside feel, casual but also classy. The setup is fast casual, you order and pay up front at the counter, get a number for your table and then get your own drink at the service station. The menu is understandably very heavy on fish and seafood with a couple of other items. While there are the expected fried fish meals, but also oysters, shrimp and salmon, salads and even some tacos. The reason I came was of course for the fried fish, I decided on the Perch and Chips, which is $18. I grabbed some water, hot sauce and lemon and settled onto a table. The meal was brought out fresh and hot by a food runner in a couple of minutes. The meal was 4 nice sized perch fillets on top of a generous portion of fresh waffle fried potatoes with a side of tarter sauce. The fish were excellent, fresh and perfectly fried with a nice crispy cornmeal crust around the delicately fish; moist with a slight sweetness and perfect texture. The waffle fries were exceptional, fried to a crisp outside and tasty inside; usually fries at a seafood place are an afterthought, here they actually are well worth getting and eating. Even the tarter sauce was very nice, nothing special but creamy with a nice pickle contrast to add a little extra flavor. Usually when I see a place that has been around this long and has great reviews I am a bit let down when I give them a try; Jolly Rogers Seafood House exceeded my expectations in almost every way. Although set up as a fast casual restaurant with a typical fried seafood menu, the actual restaurant feels more upscale and modern with a great inside and a very nice patio looking out onto Lake Erie. The food is not cutting edge, but it is expertly prepared and delicious. Prices are moderate with large portions for your money. Some of the best fried perch and waffle fries I have had. I will be back any time I am in the area, a very high recommendation as long as you are looking for fish or seafood, go and enjoy.

Really, really good food! The Perch was some of the best I've ever had. Mushrooms were great too…read more The only knock I have is the waffle fries were like warm. I LOVE waffle fries, but they have to be hot. It was also nice to see they had a selection of beers. Food came out fast. I would not hesitate to return.

Wednesday night my family and I had dinner at The Garrison in Fremont, Ohio, and it turned into one…read moreof those moments we'll never forget. I was wearing my Vietnam Veterans hat, and during our meal someone very kindly paid for our dinner. We never found out who it was, but their generosity meant a lot to us. The food and service at The Garrison were great, but what really stood out tonight was the kindness of a stranger. It was a touching reminder that there are still wonderful, appreciative people out there who take a moment to say "thank you" in their own way. To the person who paid for our meal--thank you. Your kindness truly meant a lot to me and my family, and it's something we'll remember for a long time. Thanks again, Darrell Rogers

Great dining experience!! The food and service were both very good! They had a lovely dining area…read moreand bar. Our server was wonderful she made some menu suggestions. If you order an appetizer, order the brussel sprouts, they're fried and made with a flavorable honey hot sauce, delicious!! For my entree I had the brisket tacos and my husband ordered a pulled pork sandwich called, Lil' Betsy. We were both very happy with our meals. Everything was great!!

Don't let the exterior fool you--this place is an absolute winner…read more ​Pull up to the building and you might question whether you're in the right spot, but step inside and the warm ambiance and friendly staff immediately put you at ease. ​While the menu features typical bar fare like stuffed jalapeños and hushpuppies, the moment the food hits your table, you realize they are not messing around: ​Jalapeño Poppers: Top-notch batter and a incredible golden crisp. ​Hushpuppies: Served with a brown sugar butter that is pure bliss! ​Seasoned Fries: Absolute perfection. ​My family was thoroughly pleased with every single entree we ordered, from the fresh Caesar salad to the stuffed burger. My husband, who is extremely picky about meat quality, declared it the best burger he's ever had. Stuffed burgers are notoriously tricky to cook to a preferred well-done without drying out, but the kitchen nailed it! ​My only minor critique--and this is just personal preference as a bit of a seasoning buff--is the perch. The fish itself was amazingly fresh, which is the most important detail, but the fried batter was a little plain for my taste. I would've loved a kick of Old Bay or extra seasoning in the batter, similar to how amazingly seasoned the fries were! ​All in all, this spot is a great hidden gem in Sandusky. Highly recommend stopping in!

The food was great, waiting for it... Not so good…read more To be fair, it was packed on a Friday night. We waited 45 minutes to get a salad, it was a Caesar salad salad and they were already out of Romain dressing at 7 PM on a Friday night. We had a Caesar salad salad with spring mix instead... No big deal. The portions were huge, but our dinner came in an hour and 15 minutes after we sat down. It was painfully slow, I will say our waitress was apologetic and helpful. And I know that it was busy, but it's really no excuse for it to look so dirty. It only takes a minute to sweep under a table after a party leaves. The bathroom was deplorable, there was water on the floor and muddy footprints everywhere. The napkins on the ground around the tables along with discarded french fries and shrimp tails were a bit gross. The food is five star, the rest... ehhhhh

I was told this was a great place to get seafood, I needed shrimp as…read moreI was having a small holiday cocktail party, I called spoke with owner, I asked if it was farmed raised as I never eat farm raised seafood, he informed me it was but that it was excellent and he stood by its quality, unfortunately the moment I opened bag night of my party my sister said it smelled really offensive, it was really disgusting, so embarrassing, I called numerous times owner never returned my calls, went over there, left my name, # and a comment about the horrible product I had paid $26 for, not so much the money as the bad customer business practice, find it really difficult to believe he said he never had any complaints about it, either they didn't want to or don't have any concept of excellent seafood. Will NEVER EVER walk into that business again for anything.

Absolutely delicious! Great service, excellent food highly recommend! Last minute stop and so…read morehappy we did. Will definitely return.

When in downtown Sandusky, you can't find better food, better service, nor a better vibe than Shore…read moreHouse Tavern. The place radiates friendliness and you truly feel like a regular when you walk in, warmly greeted right away and taken care of the entire duration of your meal. My family had returned after a long day of theme park food and I needed something lite - and their seasonal salad was just what I needed. It was a very generous portion with some of my the sweetest strawberries I've ever had with candied walnuts, feta cheese, and a delicious vinaigrette to go along with it. Skip the theme park dining when you can - or at the very least, supplement it with this delicious cuisine and friendly service.

The food was fantastic. We split a few appetizers and each one was done to perfection. Tuna…read moretower and bbq shrimp. High end yet approachable dishes with incredible flavor. The service was also excellent- warm and inviting. Will be heading back in a few weeks for dinner.

On the final evening of our trip we decided to look for something a little more upscale. Poseidon…read moredid not disappoint. Upon first glance the outside doesn't really give you that vibe, but don't be fooled. The moment you walk through the doors, the crisp, modern atmosphere immediately sets the tone for an exceptional evening. We were seated promptly and welcomed by our server Joleen, who provided attentive and friendly service throughout the meal. Our group ordered wine and some appetizers. We chose the Cesar salad, french onion soup, tuna tower, scallops, and shrimp cocktail. The presentation alone was enough to impress. Everything was absolutely divine. The scallops were some of the best I've ever eaten. Seasoned and cooked to perfection, the smoked bacon jam was an ideal pairing. As impressed as we were with the appetizers, the entrees somehow managed to top them. Our table ordered the filet mignon, steak frites, and the smash burger. The steaks were cooked perfectly, and while I don't typically order steak with a sauce the blackberry demi glaze added just the right amount of flavor without overpowering the meat. My friends thoroughly enjoyed their meals stating that the smash burger was the best burger they had ever had. We finished dinner with a coffee and a crème brûlée. If you are looking for a phenomenal dining experience in Port Clinton, this is it. They really checked all the boxes.

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.

Our service was mediocre at best. After waiting over an hour to receive our food someone else's…read morefood was delivered to us. After 1 1/2 hours after our order was taken we received our food. My lobster tails were lukewarm warm at best and someone did ask if everything was OK and I lied said everything was good. Then we received a bill with several additional drinks on our bill. We have eaten here 4 times and have been impressed with this restaurant in the past but not anymore. Very disappointed Chris Lute

Food is good, service is great, ambiance is very good. We were there 3 times in two weeksread more

We arrived and waited in line for a few minutes which was wrapped outside. Decided to stop in and…read moreput our names in, told it would be a 5 min wait. We hung in their beach and had some drinks for about 30 mins. Got a text at 8:30 saying our table is ready. Went inside to be told they weren't taking anyone else. I explained that I got a message saying our table is ready. The hostess stated they weren't taking anyone else. I said I understand if we were new, but we were on the list and got a text. I asked for the manager. The hostess returned stating the manager was busy and didn't have time for us. We left. Absolutely terrible customer service. It was a waste of 1+ hour of time, and we had kids. We will not bee returning nor will we tell our local family and friends to go. We ended up driving to another local restaurant who got us right in.

Food was fabulous!! Got meal 1 and it filled me up! Service was A1! Filled out drinks as soon as…read morethey were low! Will come back for sure

Li's Seafood Boil is an EXCELLENT restaurant! Clean, beautifully decorated, and outstanding…read moreservice. And of course, the food is REALLY good! No, it's not a Cajun restaurant--it's an Asian eatery that serves some really great Cajun seafood boils, as well as knockout Sushi and Fried Catfish. Great combination, all coming together for a very pleasant dining experience. Only ONE complaint that keeps Li's from 5-stars: We were there for lunch at the beginning of Summer, and they had CHRISTMAS MUSIC playing over the sound system -- no joke! I love holiday songs, but it was just a little weird to listen to "Silent Night" and "Hark the Herald Angels Sing" when you are eating crawfish in 80-degree weather! But, don't let that stop you -- this place needs you to check them out, you'll be happy, and they'll hopefully get their music selections to reflect the calendar.

The food and service was spot on. Ambiance is neighborly and welcoming we will be back againread more

I have eaten Gere once but have seen numerous people order from here also. My food was great and…read moreeveryone iv seen order had said they have never ordered something from here that wasn't good. Staff seemed polite and helpful. Bar has a good feel to it. Overall solid restaurant/bar.