With beautiful weather often comes the desire to get yourself outside to enjoy it.
After all, this is Ohio. You never know exactly how long it will last, so you have to make the most of it while you can. One of the best places to soak up some rays is grabbing a bite to eat at a beautiful, waterfront location.
Sure, we don’t have oceanside restaurants here in Ohio, but we do have rivers and lakes, and plenty of those waterways boast some pretty incredible places to dine. From fine dining to beach-style bars, here are the best waterfront restaurants in Ohio.
Pier W
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About: This five-star landmark Cleveland restaurant has been serving a critically acclaimed seafood menu since 1965. Guests can enjoy lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch & private functions perched high on a cliff overlooking Lake Erie.
Address: 12700 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
Website: Pier W
Beau’s on the River
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About: Beau’s on the River opened at the Sheraton Suites Akron/Cuyahoga Falls back in 2013. The restaurant on the river has stunning views of the rapids and falls, which you can enjoy while you dine through the floor to ceiling windows.
Address: 1989 Front Street, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44221
Website: Beau’s on the River
The Keys
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About: The Keys offers a fun and beautiful setting directly on Lake Erie at Put-In-Bay. The Caribbean-inspired menu is available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and you’ll fall in love with the stunning views. The Keys opens for the season on May 20, 2022.
Address: 227 Bay View Ave, Put-in-Bay, OH 43456
Website: The Keys
Boathouse BBQ
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About: Where can you snack on some ribs, wings, and chili while indulging in an incredible view? Boathouse BBQ is nestled along the Ohio River in Marietta and you can stop in for a bite whether you’re traveling by land or boat!
Address: 218 Virginia St, Marietta, OH 45750
Website: Boathouse BBQ
Alley Cat Oyster Bar
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About: Alley Cat is a waterfront Oyster bar in the Flats East Bank entertainment district in Cleveland. With expansive views of the Cuyahoga River and open-air dining, you’ll feel somewhere much further away than Believeland! Enjoy your oysters, sip on a cocktail, and soak up some sun, friends.
Address: 056 Old River Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113
Website: Alley Cat Oyster Bar
The Lakehouse Inn
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About: The Lakehouse Inn is a boutique resort in Northeast Ohio located along the southern shore of Lake Erie in Geneva-on-the-Lake. In addition to the incredible restaurant, there’s also a spa and winery. So plan a weekend, get a massage, and then sip on some wine while you wait for dinner in their incredible outdoor dining area overlooking the lake.
Address: 5653 Lake Rd. East, Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 44041
Website: The Lakehouse Inn
Cabana on the River
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About: If you enjoy eating outdoors in a casual, fun, friendly atmosphere, The Cabana on the River is the place for you.
Address: 7445 Forbes Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
Website: Cabana on the River
