Don't miss these Put-in-Bay Mexican restaurant gems.
Mexican · $
The Boardwalk, 341 Bayview Avenue, Put-in-Bay
Customers’ favorites
“Jonathan made our rainy pit stop more than worth it! We didn't eat, but we had drinks. The rooftop bar gives you a wonderful view of all the things and Jonathan was super accommodating! We enjoyed being stuck there during a thunderstorm and had several drinks. Will absolutely be returning!”
Mexican · $
418 Woodford Road, Kelleys Island · 7.56 miles
Customers’ favorites
“The atmosphere of this place is great and it has a big open space with picnic tables where you can eat and relax and not have to worry too much about the kids as they can run around and play. The food was pretty good, but it was the set up they had there that really sold me!”
American · $
218 Jefferson Street, Port Clinton · 11.63 miles
Customers’ favorites
“Love Alley Anchor! New chicken they have is so good! Great service and conversation every time I go. I will always come for lunch when I am in the area for work. Thank you for the great service and somehow even better food!”
Fast Food · $
3990 East Harbor Road, Port Clinton · 9.19 miles
Customers’ favorites
“Freshest & best tasting Taco Bell I've had. Kiosk to order but the associates were very friendly. This is right by the lake....be prepared to see Mayflies during the peak spring/summer seasons. Nice updated location and close to many Port Clinton/Catawba Island area items.”
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Qdoba Mexican Eats is speeding up its growth across the nation, adding 33 new locations to its plans and bringing total restaurant commitments to more than 500 across the United States. The fast-casual Mexican chain is growing through key franchise partnerships in many regions. In the Northeast, PFGS, LLC will build 15 locations across Springfield, Mass., and Hartford, Conn. Meanwhile, Empire Inc. has agreed to open 10 restaurants in the Columbus, Ohio area, using their experience running over 100 restaurants including Subway and Dunkin' stores.