Where to Eat & DrinkRestaurants

Beach House Pub is a real hot spot on Buckeye Lake! Enjoy the summer on their spacious patio where they offer live music and lots of fun. A variety of delicious food is available, and you’ll find great drink specials and Happy Hour offers. This bar and grill is open every day for your enjoyment.

Big Stan’s Bar & Grill offers customers a fun, family-friendly, enthusiastic environment, just minutes away from the shores of Buckeye Lake! They are known for their fresh salads, jumbo wings, tasty sandwiches & hotdogs + their cold beers & malt beverages.

 

 

Come out if you want to spend time with good friends and enjoy a good drink! Folks love the private outdoor space, too.

Buckeye Lake Margaritas is a Mexican restaurant in the village of Buckeye Lake. Enjoy authentic Mexican food and delicious drinks just minutes from the lake!  In the warmer months, enjoy their new outdoor patio!

Located on the southern banks of Buckeye Lake, Buckeye Lake Winery offers a full-service restaurant with outdoor and indoor seating and delicious food. They are committed to producing great wine by bringing the Napa Valley experience home and creating an atmosphere of relaxation.

This location is perfect for parties, weddings, and special events. Impress your guests when you host your rehearsal dinner, wedding, and reception and on the shores of beautiful Buckeye Lake!

 

Champs Pizza & Pub in Thornville, OH is a beloved local spot renowned for its delectable pizzas, crisp salads, hearty subs, and refreshing cold beer selection. Nestled in the heart of Thornville, it’s the ultimate destination for pizza enthusiasts craving a delicious meal paired with a laid-back pub atmosphere. Whether you’re in for a casual night out or a quick bite with friends, Champs Pizza & Pub offers a flavorful experience that keeps patrons coming back for more.

Learn more and order on their website.

This casual kitchen is located inside the Buckeye Lake Brewery. They offer a constantly evolving made-from-scratch menu that pairs perfectly with your craft brew!

You’re sure to love something on their menu! Choose from a variety of traditional and specialty pizzas, subs, wings, and fresh salads – and definitely go for one of their must-try sides!

Donatos is a family-owned pizza company famous for Edge to Edge® toppings on a crispy golden thin crust. Subs, salads, calzones, wings, and appetizers are other popular choices. And don’t forget dessert!

Locals love the large portions and great service. You’ll love the price and variety of Chinese and Asian dishes at this locally owned restaurant.

Are you ready to try one of Buckeye Lake’s best family-owned pizzerias? Firehouse Pizza & Cafe is just what you’re looking for. Start the day with their new breakfast menu including breakfast pizzas, breakfast quesadillas, breakfast wraps, muffins, coffees, lattes, smoothies, and more, or grab a tasty pizza, wings, subs, desserts, their famous Italian foldovers, and all your favorites for lunch and dinner!  Come in and play some fun free games (foosball anyone?) while eating good food and drinking cold beer. Pickup, delivery, and dine-in options are available. Be sure to check out the terrific outdoor patio!

Order online, sign-up for their rewards program, and join their mailing list highlighting upcoming events, promotions, and more!

Taste Mexico like never before. Their menu blends the soul of traditional Mexican cuisine with bold, contemporary flavors from around the world. From tequila classics to innovative creations, every drink is designed to refresh and surprise. More than just dining — enjoy a lively space where culture, music, and flavors come together in harmony. Every dish is crafted with passion, turning a simple meal into a memorable journey.

Hereinafter is a cocktail tavern with a mission to democratize great cocktails in a stylish tavern setting.  We serve classic unpretentious cocktails alongside food, wine, and beer.

Hereinafter, the name, is a nod to the renowned cocktail compendium The Savoy Cocktail Book written by Harry Craddock and published in 1932. In the first few pages of The Savoy, Craddock states, “Hereinafter, learn all that is known about cocktails.”  Hereinafter will serve as a dedicated center of learning about service, food, and drink, with a particular focus on cocktail service in the Sasha Petraske method.

The cocktail program is founded on a large format clear ice program. Ice is cut from 200lb blocks to glass sized cubes in the back of Tiki Thereafter. This specialized ice will be available for purchase for interested local restaurants and bar businesses as well, furthering our mission to democratize great cocktails.

Also located in Hereinafter Cocktail Tavern is an imaginative wine retail shop called Heretofore Wine Shop. Learn more about that HERE
The guest’s experience at Hereinafter Cocktail Tavern goes beyond a place to imbibe and eat. We intend to create a sacred ground where guests can bond with neighbors in this chapel to great food and drink. Hereinafter will forever be attached to the notion that putting others’ needs before our own will make us better people. But doing it for a living will make us a cornerstone of our Buckeye Lake community.

You may always call (740) 467-6440 ahead for reservations. Walk-ins are welcome at all open times. The bar seats are very comfortable as well.

Where else can you find gourmet hot dogs? At Hometown Hot Dogs, you’ll find delicious homemade food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The variety of unique hot dogs will leave you satisfied. But you’ll find more than just hot dogs. Locals rave about their comfort food, especially soups, sandwiches, daily specials, and the best burgers around. Stop by and see why Hometown Hot Dogs are the best in town!

Located within the Boatyard at Buckeye Lake, the La Cabra Craft Kitchen offers appetizers, nachos, salads, tacos, and more!  Take a break by the lake and enjoy great food and drink right by the water.

Check out the menu here.

Looking for the perfect spot to enjoy some awesome food during your visit to Buckeye Lake? Head on over to LakeBound Pizza! You’ll find delicious pizza and calzones, as well as salads, subs, wings, and appetizers. Take out, dine-in, or lounge around on their terrific patio!

Grab a hot slice from this locally and family-owned restaurant in Jacksontown, Ohio!  For over 35 years, Michael’s Pizzeria has been offering pizza, wings, subs, salads, and more in the Buckeye Lake region.  Stop by after a nice day on the water and try a tasty bite!

Mill Dam Corner Grille is the spot to be in Licking County!  This pub offers an array of delicious food, specials, and drinks. You will find entertainment and special events regularly.

Formerly known as The Little Pizza House, Minnie’s Pizza House is under new ownership and ready to serve up delicious pizza, subs, and homemade desserts. This Fairfield Beach favorite has been a community staple for 50 years, now with a fresh twist on classic flavors. Perfect for a casual meal with family or friends, Minnie’s continues the tradition of great food and friendly service.

Casual, quaint, mom-and-pop place serving breakfast (all day), lunch and dinner, along with comfort fare.

Offering breakfast and dinner, Nana’s & Papa’s is a locally-owned, family restaurant with delicious homecooked food you won’t want to miss!

Everyone raves about this mom-and-pop place by Buckeye Lake. Locals recommend it for the great food at a great price. Be sure to check the daily specials!

OX-B’s is a must-visit Ohio wing spot with locations in Buckeye Lake, Westerville, Lancaster, Newark, Pataskala, and Columbus’s Short North. Known for bold flavors and creative twists, their wings come bone-in, boneless, smoked, or even tofu – perfect for every appetite.

Choose from sauces like buffalo, garlic parmesan, spicy BBQ, and Teriyaki, or try a fan favorite like OX-B’s Secret Sauce! Don’t forget the waffle fries or fried pickle chips on the side!

Papa Boo’s is the lakeside place for fun and good food! They have live music, delicious food, and a full bar, all located right on the water of Buckeye Lake. Find their menu and entertainment schedule at papaboos.com

Please check the Papa Boo’s website for their seasonal hours. 

Reserve the Boo’s Private Cabana for an elevated lakeside experience!

Situated on Liebs Island, Pappy D’s Island House is a casual, cozy space for family and friends!  Enjoy live music and book your next event in the newly renovated space upstairs with customizable catering options, with bartenders and servers available.

Since 1972, Pizza Cottage has strived to give their customers a relaxing, clean atmosphere with fast service and outstanding food.  Enjoy a new, full bar menu with specialty drinks in partnership with Watershed Distillery.  You can also enjoy Buckeye Lake’s outdoor concerts at this location.

Find more info here.

Dock your boat and enjoy lakeside views and delicious barbeque!  The spacious patio hosts live music all summer long. Hang out with your friends and neighbors on the shore of Buckeye Lake.

A local staple, Si Senor Taco Mexican Grill (The Canal on Buckeye Lake) serves up all your favorite Mexican cuisines.  Enjoy delicious food and refreshing margaritas at this festive local restaurant.  Plus, boaters can float right up the canal and join their friends on the patio!

Fresh Deli Meats & Cheese cut to order. Dine in or carry out. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served.

The Blue Heron Kitchen & Pub restaurant is an American Restaurant in Buckeye Lake Village.  Enjoy steak, seafood pasta, dessert, and a relaxing drink at this locally-owned restaurant!

Visit Buckeye Lake’s latest and greatest lakeside pub. Come relax by the water with a cold drink & enjoy some tasty sliders, wings, flatbreads and more at The Dirty Oar. Visit the website for the live music schedule!

Weidner’s Corner is a pub, grill, and drive-thru featuring great home style cooking and delicious breakfast served all day.