Guidebook for Sandusky
Food Scene
Very interesting options here, I love the prosciutto pizza myself.
16 locals recommend
Brick Oven Bistro
1012 Cleveland Rd WVery interesting options here, I love the prosciutto pizza myself.
Mekong Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine
3321 Milan RdAll around fantastic Vietnamese restaurant!
Another favorite for Mexican food. Ask for their homemade hot sauce, if you like things spicy. Yum!
6 locals recommend
Casa Real
3307 Milan RdAnother favorite for Mexican food. Ask for their homemade hot sauce, if you like things spicy. Yum!
The food, drinks, and service here are top notch. Prices are on the higher end but well worth it. Reservations are recommended during summer.
19 locals recommend
ZINC Brasserie
215 E Water StThe food, drinks, and service here are top notch. Prices are on the higher end but well worth it. Reservations are recommended during summer.
Great food with outdoor seating on the other side of the Chesapeake Lofts building.
26 locals recommend
Dockside Cafe
611 W Shoreline DrGreat food with outdoor seating on the other side of the Chesapeake Lofts building.
Who doesn't love soft serve ice cream?? Right next door to Pizza House, this is another place that has been around since the beginning of time which I hope exists until the end of time
Cobbs Drive-In
631 Tiffin AveWho doesn't love soft serve ice cream?? Right next door to Pizza House, this is another place that has been around since the beginning of time which I hope exists until the end of time
Locally famous, Toft's is a must if you're an ice cream connoisseur. Every flavor imaginable, plus a few you wouldn't have thought of.
Toft's Ice Cream Parlor
1 Cedar Point DrLocally famous, Toft's is a must if you're an ice cream connoisseur. Every flavor imaginable, plus a few you wouldn't have thought of.
I've gone here since I was a kid, and so has my dad. A great local establishment for pizza which includes a bar. They also deliver.
19 locals recommend
Cameo Pizza
702 W Monroe StI've gone here since I was a kid, and so has my dad. A great local establishment for pizza which includes a bar. They also deliver.
New Sandusky Fish Company
235 E Shoreline DrThe place to go for local Lake Erie perch or walleye.
This independent coffee house makes my favorite mango smoothie. Their sandwich and breakfast menus are varied with a number of vegetarian options, and the atmosphere is cozy.
18 locals recommend
Mr. Smith's Coffee House
140 Columbus AveThis independent coffee house makes my favorite mango smoothie. Their sandwich and breakfast menus are varied with a number of vegetarian options, and the atmosphere is cozy.
Another downtown fine dining experience within walking distance of the loft. Check their calendar for great live music and events during the summer.
10 locals recommend
J Bistro Downtown
129 W Market StAnother downtown fine dining experience within walking distance of the loft. Check their calendar for great live music and events during the summer.
Derrick's Diner
3124 Warren StThe best soul food I've ever had. Highly recommended.
Exceptional nearby Mexican restaurant within walking distance, big city atmosphere in a small town. My favorite place in town for food and drinks. Try a Bourbon Smash or two or three.
31 locals recommend
BARRA
142 Columbus AveExceptional nearby Mexican restaurant within walking distance, big city atmosphere in a small town. My favorite place in town for food and drinks. Try a Bourbon Smash or two or three.
One of our favorite places downtown. The food is excellent, the bar is great. Highly recommended.
15 locals recommend
Landmark Kitchen and Bar
101 E Water StOne of our favorite places downtown. The food is excellent, the bar is great. Highly recommended.
Drinks & Nightlife
Wine is their specialty, but you can't go wrong ordering small plates or dinner from the eclectic menu.
27 locals recommend
Crush Wine Bar
145 Columbus AveWine is their specialty, but you can't go wrong ordering small plates or dinner from the eclectic menu.
Energetic club with an LGBT focus offering dancing, karaoke, themed parties & live entertainment
Crowbar
206 W Market StEnergetic club with an LGBT focus offering dancing, karaoke, themed parties & live entertainment
A popular bar with an extensive menu of indulgent fried goodness, served until 11pm.
19 locals recommend
Dalys Irish Pub
104 Columbus AveA popular bar with an extensive menu of indulgent fried goodness, served until 11pm.
With 44 beers on tap, excellent sushi and Vietnamese inspired menus, this has become a favorite spot for our guests.
45 locals recommend
Small City Taphouse
202 Columbus AveWith 44 beers on tap, excellent sushi and Vietnamese inspired menus, this has become a favorite spot for our guests.
JaxBar
123 W Market StUnpretentious intimate bar with excellent bartenders.
Sightseeing
On Put-in-Bay, visit this beautiful 352 foot monument for an amazing panoramic view. Built between 1912 and 1915, Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial was established to honor those who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812, and to celebrate the long-lasting peace among Britain, Canada and the U.S.
24 locals recommend
Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial
93 Delaware AveOn Put-in-Bay, visit this beautiful 352 foot monument for an amazing panoramic view. Built between 1912 and 1915, Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial was established to honor those who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812, and to celebrate the long-lasting peace among Britain, Canada and the U.S.
Marblehead Lighthouse
110 Lighthouse DriveParks & Nature
A wonderful place to take a casual and quiet stroll.
35 locals recommend
Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve
2715 Cleveland Rd WA wonderful place to take a casual and quiet stroll.
Cedar Point Shores
1 Cedar Point DrOpen May - October, and available to Cedar Point guests.
Everything Else
Artist Charles Mayer curates some truly amazing shows. Check their website for shows and hours.
Sandusky Cultural Center - OPEN ONLY DURING SHOWS, SEE WEBSITE
2130 Hayes AveArtist Charles Mayer curates some truly amazing shows. Check their website for shows and hours.
Arts & Culture
We are lucky to have this gallery downtown. Exhibits are of interest to all ages and backgrounds.
Carrington Arts
231 W Water StWe are lucky to have this gallery downtown. Exhibits are of interest to all ages and backgrounds.
A true downtown landmark since 1928, the Sandusky State Theatre has hosted some of the world's top performers. Check website for events and movie screenings. (Currently closed due to storm damage and extensive repairs.)
9 locals recommend
Sandusky State Theatre
107 Columbus AveA true downtown landmark since 1928, the Sandusky State Theatre has hosted some of the world's top performers. Check website for events and movie screenings. (Currently closed due to storm damage and extensive repairs.)
Shopping
Sandusky Mall
4314 Milan RdTarget
4020 Milan Rd