In the mood for hearty family dining or a romantic dinner for two, you'll find it in Lake County.

Avenue Grille & Bar    
9055 Mentor Ave., Mentor 44060 (440) 255-7030
Local hot spot with daily specials and live entertainment.

Ballantine Gastropub      
4113 Erie St., Willoughby 44094 (440) 942-5151
Whether you are looking to happy hour with friends, treat a special someone, or let loose any night of the week, Ballantine fits the bill. We offer a happy hour menu, bar menu, as well as full course dinner service seven days a week in an open-air, contemporary setting. Reservations for dinner are accepted and encouraged on weekends.

Beef ‘O’Brady’s
3540 Vine Street Eastlake 44095 (440) 946-9464
A family sports pub, great food, great sports, great fun. Mon.-Sat. 11am - 11 pm, Sunday Noon - 10pm. Tuesday Nights Kids Eat Free. Party room available.

Bistro 70
70 N. St. Clair Street Painesville 44077 (440) 352-7070
Contemporary American cuisine, specialty martinis and an extensive wine list in a cozy atmosphere.

Blazin Bill’s II
200 Olive St., Grand River 44045  (440) 639-7981
Great ribs!

Bravo! Cucina Italiana           
7787 Reynolds Rd., Mentor 44060   (440) 946-2090
Bravo Cucina Italiana offers a lunch, dinner and kid’s menu daily along with an extensive Italian Wine List. Bravo offers a wide variety of pizza and pasta dishes and other Italian specialties made-to-order and a very high quality with generous portions.

Brennan’s Fish House                                       
102 River Street Grand River 44045  (440) 354-9785
A local favorite and a great place for fish! Lake Erie perch & walleye served in a nautical pub that features an 8-foot ship’s wheel suspended from the ceiling.

Burgers -n- Beer
4027 Erie Street Willoughby 44094  (440) 954-7867
This quaint and rustic bar is famous for their savory stuffed burgers and raging ribs! Full bar service and more.

The Captain’s Club
34820 Vine Street, Eastlake 44095  (440) 918-8881
Upscale dining in a sports atmosphere, near Classic stadium.

C.K.’s Steakhouse
Renaissance Quail Hollow Resort, 11080 Concord-Hambden Road Concord Township 44060  (440) 497-1100
Featuring five different certified Angus beef steaks. Patrons also can select from a variety of fresh seafood dishes. A magnificent wine collection. Live entertainment every Friday and Saturday evening.

Corks Wine Bar           
4084 Erie St., Willoughby 44094 (440) 918-9463    
Featuring over 80 wines by the glass, and hundred more by the glass as well as specialty martinis and eclectic appetizers.

Eat’n Park Restaurants         
6035 SOM Center Rd. (Exit 189, I-90), Willoughby 44094; 440-943-1050
7061 Chillicothe Rd., Mentor, 44060, 440-255-5300
Casual, neighborhood restaurant with a full breakfast, lunch and dinner menu and many other amenities including a Breakfast and Fruit Buffet, Soup and Salad Bar, seasonal specials and Eat’n Park Espresso Bar. Groups welcome; reservations suggested. Driver and escort eat free; plus, everyone in the group receives a complimentary, signature Smiley® Cookie!

Epiq Bistro & Wine Bar
9853 Johnnycake Ridge Concord Township 44077  (440) 357-0721
New expanded bar area with fireplace and cozy seating. This sophisticated restaurant has something for everyone.

The Flying Burrito Cantina
1410 Hubbard Rd. Madison 44057 (440) 428-5258
Serving authentic Mexican fare. Try their signature flying burrito! Daily specials and live entertainment.

Gavi’s Restaurant & Catering           
38257 Glenn Avenue Willoughby 44094 (440) 942-8008
Italian cuisine offering homemade pastas, select steaks, veal, pork and seafood. Full service bar and extensive wine list. Private room open for your special event 7 days a week! Gavi’s full-service catering can accommodate any of your catering needs both on and off-premise. Catering for any party at your home, office, or outdoor location.

Harbor Town Point Bar & Grille
625 Prospect St. Fairport Harbor 44077 (440) 357-7688
Enjoy seafood, entertainment and a sunset. Overlooking Lake Erie with a perfect view of the Fairport lighthouse.

Hellriegel’s Inn            
1840 Mentor Avenue Painesville 44077 (440) 354-9530
In business since 1952, an eating place with a country club atmosphere. Featuring newly decorated dining room, lounge and new menu. With outside facilities for picnics, weddings, class reunions, family reunions, golf outings and company parties on a seven acre estate.

HTP Bar & Grille
625 Prospect Street Fairport Harbor 44077  (440) 357-7688
Enjoy seafood, entertainment and a sunset. HTP is overlooking Lake Erie.

Joey’s Italian Grille           
2731 Hubbard Road Madison 44057  (440) 428-5191
Unique Italian restaurant and bar!

John Palmer’s Bistro 44            
7590 Fredle Drive Concord 44077 (440) 350-0793
Located adjacent to the Quail Hollow Golf Resort at Rt 44 and Rt 90. For diners desiring a more casual, yet elegant dining experience. The Bistro offers a large open kitchen with Chef’s Kitchen Counter seating and cozy stone fireplace.

Luchita’s      
8870 Mentor Ave. Mentor 44060 (440) 205-5966
Authentic Mexican cuisine served in a “family” atmosphere. Voted Best Mexican Restaurant by Northern Ohio Live Magazine.

Lure Bistro & Wine Bar
38040 Third St. Willoughby 44094   (440) 951-8862
Drawing rave reviews from critics. Offering fresh seafood and sushi in quaint downtown Willoughby. Lure Bistro is a fun, eclectic multi-cultural influenced restaurant. After one bite we’re sure you’ll be hooked!

Mama Roberto’s
8658 Mentor Ave, Mentor 44060   (440) 205-8890
Authentic Italian pasta and pizza. The place for awesome portions!

Manhattan Deli            
8900 Mentor Ave., Mentor 44060 (440) 974-0055
Open 7 days a week. For that early morning meeting, friends in for brunch or family gatherings a Manhattan Deli breakfast helps start your day off right! Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Carry out and catering available.

Mantel’s
Radisson Hotel & Suites  35000 Curtis Blvd., Eastlake 44095   (440) 953-8000
Enjoy a delicious dinner or stop by for a tempting Sunday brunch. Relax in Mantel’s Fireside Lobby Lounge by the warmth of our glowing fireplace or the sound of our baby grand piano on Saturday nights.

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Mick’s Pub & Grille         
36200 Euclid Ave. Willoughby 44094 (440) 946-2400
“Home of the Irish Toast” located in the heart of historic Willoughby. Mick’s is the perfect place to enjoy great homemade pub food or a cool pint. Besides a wide variety of wines and liquors, there is a large selection of draught and bottled beers, consisting of dark ales, sparkling lagers and rich stouts, including, of course, Guinness and Smithwicks on tap.

Molinari’s Food & Wine          
8900 Mentor Ave, Mentor 44060  (440) 974-2750
Molinari’s features contemporary creative cuisine with Northern Italian influences. Fresh fish, veal specialties, USDA prime beef , pasta, and risotto are all featured on the standard menu, with seasonal specialties added throughout the year. Also home to an extensive wine collection.

Mullarkey’s Irish Pub       
4110 Erie St. Willoughby 44094 (440) 946-7181
An authentic Irish American Pub. Features live Irish entertainment and weekly specials.

Noosa Bistro            
7418 Mentor Ave., Mentor 44060   (440) 953.1088
Contemporary, Greek/Mediterranean fare and a smart selection of martinis and wine with a full bar.

Olivor Twist          
4061 Erie St., Willoughby 44094 (440) 946-0900
Upscale restaurant and fashionable cocktail bar, featuring martini’s and wines located in historic downtown Willoughby. Stop by for lunch, appetizers and cocktails, or a four-course meal.

Palermo’s Restaurant at Thunder Hill Golf Club
7050 Griswold Rd. Madison 44057 (440) 298-3474
This upscale eatery features Roman columns, an “old Sicily” decor, a fireplace, outdoor deck and gourmet dishes.

Panini’s Bar and Grill             
37333 Euclid Avenue Willoughby 44094  (440) 951-9852
New second location 7580 Fredle Dr. Concord (440) 639-1000
Panini’s offers casual indoor/outdoor dining along with a new expanded menu. Our establishment features multiple big screen TV’s, happy hour specials and is the perfect gathering place for business luncheons or sporting events.

Pickle Bill’s Lobster House                     
101 River St., Grand River 44045  (440) 352-6343
Celebrating 25 years of casual dining on the Grand River. Eclectic menu and decor with a massive collection of nautical displays. Completely rebuilt for fresh riverfront dining and entertainment. All entrees are served with our famous fried dough & cinnamon-honey butter. Spend a summer eve on our rooftop bar.

Potpourri Fondue Restaurant               
8885 Mentor Ave, Mentor 44060 (440) 255-4334 
The longest established fine dining restaurant in Mentor, Potpourri has both fondue, including cheese appetizers & chocolate dessert fondue and traditional fare. A wonderful spot for a special celebration.

Red Hawk Grille           
7481 Auburn Rd., Concord 44077 (440) 354-4040
Upscale casual dining in a pub atmosphere. Large patio that overlooks a golf course! Family atmosphere.

Rider’s Inn                         
792 Mentor Ave, Painesville 44077  (440) 354-8200
Rich in the tradition of the Western Reserve, this restaurant serves colonial fare in a beautifully appointed dining room and fireplace room. Live local entertainment Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturday.

Roberto’s Italian & American Restaurant        
25 South St. Clair Painesville 44077 (440) 350-9774 
Fine Italian and American fare in an Italian atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner. Catering available.

Rock City Bar & Grille         
7597 Mentor Ave. Mentor 44060 (440) 946-ROCK
Ultimate sports bar. Over 20 huge screens playing all sports. Food specials and nightly entertainment.

The Sawyer House
9470 Mentor Avenue, Mentor 44060  (440) 358-0100
Fine American seasonal cuisine in a historic atmosphere. Perfect for a special lunch or dinner. Home to the Vintner’s Cottage retail wine shop with the largest selection of wines on the North coast.

Scooter’s Soda Fountain
4127 Erie Street, Willoughby 44094  (440) 946-4057
Enjoy an ice cream in an old fashioned setting, in Historic downtown Willoughby. Serving many of your favorite treats!

Smokey Bones Barbeque          
7725 Reynolds Rd. Mentor 44060 (440) 942-0993
Smokey Bones BBQ is a casual dining restaurant that combines authentic American barbecue, mountain lodge decor.

Spinnaker Dining Room at the Wagon Wheel
1388 Hubbard Rd. Madison 44057
Dining room serving seafood specials is open every day.

Sussex Seafood & Grille
29280 Euclid Ave. Wickliffe 44092 (440) 943-2002
Famous for their fish and chips since 1939. They serve all your favorite seafood items as well as steak, chicken, pasta, sandwiches and salads. The atmosphere is nautical and family casual.

Texas Cattle Company
4176 St. Rt. 306 Willoughby 44094 (440) 942-8606
Opens daily at 4 pm. Full menu featuring fresh handcut steaks. Watch your meal being cooked in our new exhibition kitchen.

West Main St. Cafe
70 W. Main St. Madison 44057 (440) 4281778
Excellent food and great prices. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Willoughby Brewing Co.           
4057 Erie St., Willoughby 44094  (440) 975-0202 
Nestled in the heart of Historic Downtown Willoughby this full-service restaurant, bar and award-winning brewery is in a 100-year-old building that was originally a rail-car repair depot for the Cleveland to Ashtabula Interurban Rail Line. Handcrafted beers and cuisine ranging from cheddar ale soup to buffalo chicken egg rolls to amber glazed salmon.

Winking Lizard Tavern         
9570 Mentor Ave. Mentor 44060 (440) 354-2968
Our award winning barbeque ribs and wings have been the cornerstone of our menu. We offer selections such as pizza made with our own fresh dough, an old family recipe sauce, lizard style wings in 13 varieties, made from scratch soups, hickory smoked ribs, unique sandwiches and more.

Yours Truly         
7280 Center St. Mentor 44060 (440) 255-3003
In 1981, Yours Truly, a local family owned chain, was founded. A cheerful atmosphere and good food have made it a stop off for many famous politicians including President George W. Bush!

Tea Rooms

#10 Palmer Place Tea Room and Gift Shop          
10 Palmer Ave, Painesville, OH 44077 440-350-1557
One of the finest tea rooms in the area, the casual French Country atmosphere makes dining very comfortable. Afternoon tea in the Garden room or your favorite tea served in a beautiful teapot. Also visit Palmer House gift shop featuring Willow Tree Collectables and many tea pots.

Grandma’s Teapot
8595 Mentor Ave., Mentor 44060   (440) 974-9702
Grandma’s Teapot is a turn of the century home which has been renovated as a tea room and the final stop for James A. Garfield Historic Site tours.

Lady Charlton's Tea Parlour               
4128 Erie Street, Willoughby 44094   (440) 269-8380 
Come sit, relax and renew your spirit while you “take tea” with us at Lady Charlton’s. Over 40 fine loose leaf teas available to enjoy with your fresh baked scones or lunch. Also visit our lovely gift shop.

Remember When Tea Room  
9328 Chillicothe Road, Kirtland 44094   (440) 256-3721
This charming cottage shop and tea room offers guests a journey to more genteel times. Visitors delight in this unique gift shop and wander into the enchanting tearoom for a spot of tea or special lunch.

Winery District                 (Winery District Tour Info)

Vintage Ohio             
August 1 & 2 2008 Lake Metroparks Farmparks. The annual Vintage Ohio Wine Festival returns to Lake Farmpark August 1 and 2. The two-day festival showcases Ohio wine, food, and music. Included are over 30 Ohio wineries as well as food vendors, craft exhibits and demonstrations, and live music. Vintage Ohio is open both days from 1pm to 10pm. Admission includes a logo souvenir glass, wine samples, and wine for purchase by the glass. A designated driver ticket is also available.

Chalet Debonne Vineyards                                 
7743 Doty Rd., Madison 44057  (440) 466-3485   800-424-9463
Largest Estate Winery in Ohio. Sample the award winning varietals, Riesling, Pinot Gris and Chambourcin enjoying one of our many special events. Live music, hot air balloons, classic cars and a warm fireplace for the cooler months. Gift shop with wine related items and clothing, and ask about our custom wine labels for friends and family. 150 seat two tiered pavilion available for weddings and parties.
New for 2008: Debonne vineyards presents CELLAR RATS BREWERY, Ohio's largest winery/brewery combination. This microbrew will feature the beer making process and guests will be able to sample our selected brews in our new upstairs tasting room. A looking glass floor will allow visitors to look down into the brewery to view the crew hard at work.

Ferrante Winery and Ristorante          
                       
5585 Route 307, Geneva 44041   (440) 466-8466
Featuring a winery, restaurant and outdoor patio overlooking vineyards, the Ferrante family has been in business in Northeast Ohio for three generations. Tour our state-of-the-art winery. Visit our tasting room where you can sample wines that have received acclaim in national wine competition.

Grand River Cellars                                         
5750 Madison Rd., Madison 44057  (440) 298-9838
Grand River Cellars winery and restaurant features a beautiful fireplace and seating area, a large outdoor patio nestled into the woods, and hand painted murals of Tuscany inspired scenes. Accommodates 125 people. Open Wednesday thru Sunday May thru December and Wednesday thru Sunday January thru April.

Harpersfield Vineyard           
6387 State Rte 307 Geneva 44041  (440)466-4739
Enjoy fine estate bottled wines from the Grand River Valley in our beautiful “Old World” tasting room. Savor fresh baked foods from our wood-fired brick hearth oven. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling & Cabernet Franc wines.

Maple Ridge Vineyard           
6326 Dewey Rd., Madison 44057  (440) 298-3290
Tiny certified organic winery producing high-end, complex old-world style wines from Ohio’s finest clay soil. Collector series of age worthy grand reserve wines.

Old Firehouse Winery           
5499 Lake Road Geneva-on-the-Lake 44041   (440) 466-9300
Ohio’s only lakefront winery and restaurant is located on the Lake Erie shoreline in this resort village’s first fire station.

St. Joseph Vineyards           
6060 Madison Road Thompson 44086  (440) 298-3709
Enjoy European style wines in a personalized setting overlooking the vineyard. Specializing in estate grown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and other vinifera. A small boutique operation that allows personalized attention to the vines, the wines and to customers. Call for an appointment if you would like to taste the wines. Also available at various retail outlets and restaurants. Open Friday 5-8 p.m., Saturday 1-7 p.m., Sunday 2-5 p.m. or by appointment.

South River Vineyard           
6062 South River Rd.  Geneva 44041  (440) 466-6676 
South River Vineyard is housed in a 110-year old Victorian Chapel. Our 20+ acres of premium vineyards showcase varieties such as Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Cabernet Franc and Merlot.

The Wine Vault           
12 Public Sq., Willoughby 44094   (440) 269-1764
The Wine Vault is a purveyor of wines from the finest wine producers of the world. The building was once a bank which included “a vault”, our selections are kept there.