Lake Erie -Geneva on the Lake, Ashtabula Harbor & Ohio Wine Country
Food scene
Alessandro Pilumeli was born in Sicily and began working in restaurants there at the age of fourteen. His experience in Sicily was followed by seven years in the restaurants of Florence, Italy and four years in fine dining establishments in America. This gave him a first hand familiarity with both the beautiful foods of Italy and how to prepare them for American tastes. Out of this, the idea for Alessandro’s Ristorante bloomed.
25 locals recommend
Alessandro's
6540 Lake Rd WAlessandro Pilumeli was born in Sicily and began working in restaurants there at the age of fourteen. His experience in Sicily was followed by seven years in the restaurants of Florence, Italy and four years in fine dining establishments in America. This gave him a first hand familiarity with both the beautiful foods of Italy and how to prepare them for American tastes. Out of this, the idea for Alessandro’s Ristorante bloomed.
Eddie's Grill
5377 Lake Rd EThe recipes used at Mary’s Kitchen are the heart and soul of the business. They have been passed down from owner to owner as part of each sale transaction. Our signature recipes include the Texas Barbeque Sandwich served on a cornmeal dusted roll. This Geneva-on-the-Lake specialty uses the Burns Barbeque Stand recipe for pulled pork.
“Homemade” is the only way to describe the items on the menu at Mary’s Kitchen. We are proud to serve traditional favorites including spaghetti, chicken noodle soup, and cabbage rolls. Don’t forget dessert! Our fruit and cream pies are delicious, and the strawberry shortcake is famous!
Mary's Kitchen
5023 New StThe recipes used at Mary’s Kitchen are the heart and soul of the business. They have been passed down from owner to owner as part of each sale transaction. Our signature recipes include the Texas Barbeque Sandwich served on a cornmeal dusted roll. This Geneva-on-the-Lake specialty uses the Burns Barbeque Stand recipe for pulled pork.
“Homemade” is the only way to describe the items on the menu at Mary’s Kitchen. We are proud to serve traditional favorites including spaghetti, chicken noodle soup, and cabbage rolls. Don’t forget dessert! Our fruit and cream pies are delicious, and the strawberry shortcake is famous!
Open Memorial Weekend through September, the patio at The Lakehouse Inn is the perfect location to relax on Lake Erie! Spend a summer afternoon on the patio enjoying our wines with a local cheese board or a wood-fired pizza, while absorbing the fabulous lake views. Wine and beer, as well as appetizers, sandwiches, salads, and pizzas are available.
The patio is open Friday and Saturday from 12 pm until 7 pm and Sunday from 12 pm until 5 pm (weather permitting).
11 locals recommend
Crosswinds Grille
5653 Lake Rd EOpen Memorial Weekend through September, the patio at The Lakehouse Inn is the perfect location to relax on Lake Erie! Spend a summer afternoon on the patio enjoying our wines with a local cheese board or a wood-fired pizza, while absorbing the fabulous lake views. Wine and beer, as well as appetizers, sandwiches, salads, and pizzas are available.
The patio is open Friday and Saturday from 12 pm until 7 pm and Sunday from 12 pm until 5 pm (weather permitting).
Located in the heart of Ashtabula Harbor's Historic Bridge Street, Rennick Meat Market is influenced by its history as a butcher shop that was run by TJ Rennick in the late 1800s - early 1900s. The owner, Jennifer Pociask is embracing the historical décor, having restored as much as possible, to revive the ghosts of the building's past.
Rennick Meat Market is dedicated to serving fresh, healthy and local fare, prepared simply and honestly.
19 locals recommend
Rennick Meat Market
1104 Bridge StLocated in the heart of Ashtabula Harbor's Historic Bridge Street, Rennick Meat Market is influenced by its history as a butcher shop that was run by TJ Rennick in the late 1800s - early 1900s. The owner, Jennifer Pociask is embracing the historical décor, having restored as much as possible, to revive the ghosts of the building's past.
Rennick Meat Market is dedicated to serving fresh, healthy and local fare, prepared simply and honestly.
Nights & Weekends is a wood-fired pizzeria serving Neapolitan-style pies alongside small plates, salads, craft beer, wine and cocktails. We offer a casual, family friendly atmosphere with a welcoming staff. Opened on August 4th, 2021 by three Ohio natives, we are thrilled to bring delicious pizza and drinks to Ashtabula. You’ll find us on Bridge Street in the Historic Harbor district.
So wait. What is Neapolitan pizza? In short, it’s a pizza style that originated in Naples, Italy, emphasizing fresh, everyday ingredients cooked quickly in hella hot heat. The result is a flavorful pie with a crisp, torched crust and a delicate, chewy center. Salute.
Our Pavesi pizza oven, made in Modena, Italy, was assembled on location—and if we may be so bold, she’s a thing of beauty. A wood and gas hybrid, it’s fueled by locally sourced hardwood, including beech, oak, and cherry. We cook our pies at 750-800° Fahrenheit. Each is done in two minutes. Who’s hungry?
10 locals recommend
Nights & Weekends Pizza
1035 Bridge StreetNights & Weekends is a wood-fired pizzeria serving Neapolitan-style pies alongside small plates, salads, craft beer, wine and cocktails. We offer a casual, family friendly atmosphere with a welcoming staff. Opened on August 4th, 2021 by three Ohio natives, we are thrilled to bring delicious pizza and drinks to Ashtabula. You’ll find us on Bridge Street in the Historic Harbor district.
So wait. What is Neapolitan pizza? In short, it’s a pizza style that originated in Naples, Italy, emphasizing fresh, everyday ingredients cooked quickly in hella hot heat. The result is a flavorful pie with a crisp, torched crust and a delicate, chewy center. Salute.
Our Pavesi pizza oven, made in Modena, Italy, was assembled on location—and if we may be so bold, she’s a thing of beauty. A wood and gas hybrid, it’s fueled by locally sourced hardwood, including beech, oak, and cherry. We cook our pies at 750-800° Fahrenheit. Each is done in two minutes. Who’s hungry?
Madsen Donuts
5426 Lake Rd EA must visit!
The Strip at Geneva on The Lake
Big Eli is located on the Sunset Patio at the northeast corner of the winery, and it offers a great view of Lake Erie.
The wheel is open for rides nightly throughout the summer season. Indulge in just a little bit of nostalgia as you watch the sun set over the horizon.
70 locals recommend
Geneva-on-the-Lake
Big Eli is located on the Sunset Patio at the northeast corner of the winery, and it offers a great view of Lake Erie.
The wheel is open for rides nightly throughout the summer season. Indulge in just a little bit of nostalgia as you watch the sun set over the horizon.
mong the port where the Ashtabula River meets Lake Erie is a vibrant entertainment district in Northeast Ohio known for its historic buildings, local retail shops, and unique restaurants. During the 19th century, Ashtabula Harbor was considered a major stop on the Underground Railroad during the American Civil War where slaves once boarded ships here to freedom North across Lake Erie on their way to Canada. The area is known for a variety of great events including the Walleye Festival, Slice of Summer and much more including vibrant bars, restaurants and shops!
12 locals recommend
Bridge Street
Bridge Streetmong the port where the Ashtabula River meets Lake Erie is a vibrant entertainment district in Northeast Ohio known for its historic buildings, local retail shops, and unique restaurants. During the 19th century, Ashtabula Harbor was considered a major stop on the Underground Railroad during the American Civil War where slaves once boarded ships here to freedom North across Lake Erie on their way to Canada. The area is known for a variety of great events including the Walleye Festival, Slice of Summer and much more including vibrant bars, restaurants and shops!
Wine
Ohio Wine Country is famed for its surrounding vineyards, historic covered bridges, quaint countryside and award-winning wines.
25 locals recommend
M Cellars
6193 S River Rd WOhio Wine Country is famed for its surrounding vineyards, historic covered bridges, quaint countryside and award-winning wines.
Laurentia Vineyard & Winery
4599 S Madison RdStunning venue, delicious food and wine!
Kosicek Vineyards
636 OH-534Enjoy a wonderful atmosphere!
Casual eatery with a patio at a scenic winery offering Italian classic & wines from the vineyard.
46 locals recommend
Ferrante Winery & Ristorante
5585 OH-307Casual eatery with a patio at a scenic winery offering Italian classic & wines from the vineyard.
Boutique winery in Harpersfield, Ohio since 2002, South River Vineyard has established itself as a quiet, relaxing, and one of the most unique places to visit!
25 locals recommend
South River Vineyard
6062 S River Rd WBoutique winery in Harpersfield, Ohio since 2002, South River Vineyard has established itself as a quiet, relaxing, and one of the most unique places to visit!
Our farm winery offers magnificent vineyard views in the warmer months and intimate fireside sipping when the days get cooler. While here savor small plates paired with our wines and enjoy the talents of our weekend blues artists.
26 locals recommend
Harpersfield Vineyard
6387 OH-307Our farm winery offers magnificent vineyard views in the warmer months and intimate fireside sipping when the days get cooler. While here savor small plates paired with our wines and enjoy the talents of our weekend blues artists.
Outdoor Activities
Some of the greatest views are at the palm of your hand, literally. Grab a paddle and get on the water! Explore at your leisure! Use this time as an outdoor workout, or for your moment of relaxation! Whatever you wish to do, we’ve got you covered.
We hope you’re on board! (..get it?)
20 locals recommend
Harbor Yak
1 Ferry DrSome of the greatest views are at the palm of your hand, literally. Grab a paddle and get on the water! Explore at your leisure! Use this time as an outdoor workout, or for your moment of relaxation! Whatever you wish to do, we’ve got you covered.
We hope you’re on board! (..get it?)
Family Fun Center with both indoor and outdoor activities sure to please everyone!
28 locals recommend
Adventure Zone
5600 Lake Rd EFamily Fun Center with both indoor and outdoor activities sure to please everyone!
Breakwater Beach
Lovely beach to explore Lake Erie!
Offers concession stand, tennis, basketball and volleyball court. Plank walkway to beach. Nature trail through wetlands area and sand dunes.
Lifeguards until 6 pm. Kid friendly.
25 locals recommend
Walnut Beach Park
Walnut BoulevardOffers concession stand, tennis, basketball and volleyball court. Plank walkway to beach. Nature trail through wetlands area and sand dunes.
Lifeguards until 6 pm. Kid friendly.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Sunset Taxi is awesome!
Give them a call to schedule a private wine tour, to rent a golf cart or jump on a shuttle to the strip for $5/pp!