7 Restaurants In Ohio With The Most Gorgeous Dockside Dining

On gorgeous sunny days, there's nothing better than dockside dining in Ohio. All across the Buckeye State, you'll find several lakeside and riverside restaurants where you can dock your own boat right up to the entrance. The following are 7 of our favorites.

Let us know which ones you've been to before and which ones you're adding to your dining bucket list:

1. Dockers Waterfront Restaurant and Bar (Kelleys Island)

From the grub to the scenery, there's so much to love about this beloved waterfront restaurant. Known for their homemade crab cakes and lobster bisque, you'll find some of the best seafood in all of Ohio. Because the restaurant is nestled into a marina, you can even dock your boat right up to the restaurant after a beautiful day on the lake. It's located at 114 W Lakeshore Dr,, Kelleys Island, OH 43438. To learn more, visit their Facebook page here.

2. Paradise Bay Waterfront Grill & Bar (Roaming Shores)

Mouthwatering burgers, a casual atmosphere and pontoon boat rides await you at Paradise Bay Waterfront Grill & Bar. (Also, order chicken wings. You wont regret it.) It is located at 414 Geneva Pt., Roaming Shores, OH 44084. To learn more, visit their Facebook page here.

3. Pirate’s Cove Tropical Bar and Grill (Cincinnati)

Near the Ohio River within Four Seasons Marina, Pirate's Cove Tropical Bar and Grill is southern Ohio's own little slice of paradise, waiting for you. With tropical decor, delicious food, live music and even a pirate or two wandering around, this unique restaurant is fun for the whole family. (And if you're dining with picky eaters, the non-seafood selection on the menu is just as impressive.) Pirate’s Cove Tropical Bar and Grill is located at 4609 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45226. To learn more, read our feature article here.

4. Tilton Hilton (Lakeview)

Where the burgers are bigger than your head and the floors are tilted, this local favorite is a fun, quirky stop after a day on Indian Lake. You can even dock your boat right alongside the restaurant. Tilton Hilton is located at 10861 Country Rd, 293, Lakeview, OH 43331. Click here to learn more.

5. The Dockside Restaurant (Senecaville)

Located on Seneca Lake, this dockside restaurant is a popular place to indulge in BBQ, fish and more during the summer months. With both indoor and outdoor seating here, it's the perfect place to stay awhile. You'll find it at 16592 Lashley Rd., Senecaville, Ohio 43780. Click here to learn more.

6. Dockside Cafe (Sandusky)

With gourmet burgers and tacos, live entertainment and scenic views of Cedar Point Amusement Park and Lake Erie, you couldn't ask for a better dining experience. Dockside Cafe is located at 611 W Shoreline Dr., Sandusky, OH 44870. Click here to learn more.

7. Cranberry Resort (Hunstville)

Nestled along a string of islands on Indian Lake, you'll find this gem of a restaurant and bar. Cranberry Resort is located at 9667 State Route 368, Huntsville, OH 43324. To learn more, visit their website here.

Nestled along a string of islands on Indian Lake, you'll find this gem of a restaurant and bar. Cranberry Resort is located at 9667 State Route 368, Huntsville, OH 43324. To learn more, visit their website here.

Where's your favorite place to go for dockside dining in Ohio? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!

For more outdoor restaurants in Ohio, check out our previous article: 14 Ohio Restaurants With The Most Amazing Outdoor Patios Ideal For Lounging And Dining.