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Hidden gems: restaurants in Sandusky
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Sandusky. Ratings are based from 155 places in Sandusky
Berardi's Family Kitchen
1019 W Perkins Ave 44870-4663
"Wednesday night meatloaf special is excellent, the best I've had in a restaurant and very much like my family makes. They make their own home-made pies, which is a big plus for. The staff is friendly..."
Baci Restaurant & Bar
5909 Milan Rd Comfort Inn Sandusky 44870-5867
"Wonderful food. Excellent service and superbly experienced and professional staff. Charming, relaxed and family friendly atmosphere. I would certainly go there again. Wish I lived in walking distance..."
Manny's Restaurant
6201 Milan Rd 44870-9703
"We stopped in with a group of 15. We were headed back out of town and looking for a family friendly place to have one last meal together. This place will now be a regular stop during our visits. Our w..."
Dockside Cafe
611 W Shoreline Dr Paper District Marina 44870-2415
"Worth it for the view alone. The food only makes it better.Well prepared, quick, and reasonable priced food make for a delicious meal. Fries are fresh potatoes, fish is local on world famous walleye t..."
Five Guys Burger and Fries
4317 Milan Rd 44870-5837
"Simply phenomenal burgers and fries. The service was magnificent and the food came out in a surprisingly quick fashion. The chefs cooked in a very meticulous way, making sure the burgers were just rig..."
Melt Cedar Point
1 Cedar Point Blvd Near Windseeker ride 44870
"Best Amusement Park in the world. 17 world class roller coasters and over 70 rides. Fun for people of all ages, as they have live shows, thrill rides, kiddie rides, great dining options, and many even..."
Mr. Smith's Coffee House
140 Columbus Ave 44870-2502
"First time visiting and was more than pleased. Honestly have never really given much thought to the Samdusky downtown area in 40yrs of coming up this way as a seasonal boater & Cedar Point seasons pas..."
Volstead Bar
316 E Water St 44870-2825
"It's a nice speakeasy bar. Classy, calm. I'm not a huge fan of old fashioned drinks but bartenders both knew exactly what they were doing"
Mikey's Frozen Yogurt
414 W Perkins Ave 44870-4789
"I like the frozen yogurt and the toppings. I like the game you can choose to play if you go up and pay for it. If you guess your item currently you get it for free."
The Shore House
306 W Water St 44870-2473
"Always a great place to start out at, end up, and everything in between. Bartenders are top notch, food is always good. Prices are fair, and they keep their heat on in the winter. So if you are someon..."
Mekong Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine
3321 Milan Rd 44870-5614
"Opted for the chicken pho for my first visit and it was an amazing non-beef option. The dish was flavorful, especially the soup. I made sure nothing was left in the bowl before the kind waitress clean..."
Old Dutch Tavern
2219 E Perkins Ave 44870-7900
"Been here a few times and headed Devon as our bartender... She is Amazing! Fast, friendly, and handles her bar like a pro! Burgers are outstanding and fries too!"
Arby's
3908 Milan Rd 44870
"Great management and staff. They have always been very kind and helpful. A nice and clean eating area and environment. Good fast food from the typical Arby’s menu in a modern style Arby’s. Rarely..."
The Frosty Frog's House of Donuts
2236 Karl Ann Dr 44870-4566
"Best place around for Donuts"
Boom Town Coffee
217 E Water St 44870-2527
"Pretty cool coffee shop located in downtown Sandusky. The coffee was really good and the staff were friendly. They offer light meals and other beverages. The inside was extremely clean and plenty of s..."
Barrel House Saloon
101 E Shoreline Dr 44870-2517
"Always a good time. Crowd is usually middle aged not a lot of drama. Love the live music. Bathrooms clean."
Tony Gs Bar & Grille
902 W Adams St 44870-2303
"Great Food and Service. Have been ordering from here since the Pandemic Started. Really good food. I am hoping they keep the take out window in some form."
Chick-fil-A
1 Cedar Point Dr Frontier Land 44870
"Absolute BEST customer service in Sandusky. I could go out to eat at somewhere like red lobster and not get as good of service as I do here. I only eat about once a day now, so when I am SUPER hungry..."