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8 Repurposed Buildings Around Ohio for Drinks or Dinner
As time marches on, many beautiful old buildings often end up destroyed or forgotten. Thankfully, not all of them meet this fate. Many businesses around Columbus, Cincinnati, and Northeast Ohio have turned historic buildings into thriving new bars and restaurants. Check out our list below for a few we know you'll want to check out.
Baltic Mill Winery
111 E. Main St., Baltic, OH 43804
The Baltic Mill Winery operates inside an old Amish flour mill from the early 20th century. Formerly repurposed as a gift shop and bulk goods store, the mill was finally converted into a winery in 2013. Many of the original chutes and machinery components are still intact and can be observed in the seating and tasting room, adding some extra historical interest to the guest experience.
The Baltic Mill is best known for their sweet wines, including their Little Daisy and Just Peachy varieties. Their best-selling variety is their blackberry wine, a local delicacy that sells out almost as quickly as it's produced. Be sure to ask if they have any in stock when you stop by.
Father John's Microbrewery
301 W. Butler St., Bryan, OH 43506
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Father John's Microbrewery was founded in 2013 in the remains of a stunning 19th-century parsonage. The new owners have taken advantage of the gorgeous high ceilings, distinctive windows, and wide-open spaces, turning the building into a bar and restaurant with AirBnB rooms available for guests who want to stay the night.
In their spacious bar and dining room, you can try one-of-a-kind brews like their Eye for an Eye Pale Ale, Garden of Eden Cream Ale, and brand-new Black Buffalo Vodka made from fresh Ohio corn. Stop by for lunch or dinner to enjoy dishes like mac and cheese, ribeye steaks, and deluxe charcuterie boards brimming with finger-food favorites.
Bell Tower Brewing Co.
Bell Tower Brewing Co. was founded by two hopeful entrepreneurs who wanted an exceptional building to house their exceptional brews. When they came across an old church in Kent, they knew they had found the right place. Whether you'd like to sit under the vaulted ceilings and old-fashioned chandeliers inside or enjoy the fresh air in the brewery's beer garden, this bar offers plenty of ambiance on top of its artisan stouts, ales, and lagers.
From the bright, slightly sweet tang of their Answered Prayers blackberry ale to the toasty caramel notes of their Pufferbelly steam beer, these brewers have something for everyone. Some of their brews are also available in gluten-reduced versions to help more people enjoy them. Hungry? Their soups, salads, sandwiches, and appetizers are sure to please your palate.
The Olde Jaol Steakhouse and Tavern
215 N. Walnut St., Wooster, OH 44691
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The Wayne County Sheriff's Office and Jaol was completed in 1865 and operated as a working police station and jail until 1977. After that, it was designated a Northeast Ohio historical site and was used to house several businesses, including the Olde Jaol Tavern and Steakhouse starting in 1995.
Many paranormal enthusiasts enjoy visiting the restaurant in hopes of spotting the ghosts that are rumored to haunt the premises. However, the excellent food is a big part of what's kept people coming back all this time. Diners can order gourmet salads, delectable sandwiches, and all kinds of grilled steaks and fish for a delicious and satisfying meal. If you only have time for a drink, the Olde Jaol's bar also offers a basic selection of beer, wine, and other beverages you can enjoy while spending time in this fascinating historical space.
Berea Depot Bar and Restaurant
The Berea Depot Bar and Restaurant was built inside an old sandstone train depot from 1876. Guests eat facing the tracks, and even though the trains no longer pass through here, it's still a hauntingly novel experience. The restaurant even offers catering and special reservations in the Pullman Car, an old train car that has been retrofitted to accommodate diners.
The restaurant's food is just as good as its atmosphere. Choose from dishes like their Baby Back Ribs and Hungarian Paprika Chicken, sandwiches like their Triple Stack Grilled Cheese and Turkey and Ham Club, or their specialty flatbreads; they're all delicious. There's also plenty of wine and beer on tap for you to enjoy alone or with a meal.
Boyd and Wurthmann Restaurant
4819 E. Main St., Berlin, OH 44610
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Originally a grocery store known as Hummel's Market from 1938-1945, Boyd and Wurthmann Restaurant has retained its quaint, old-fashioned charm since then. Many of the city's older residents love to stop in for one of the restaurant's locally famous 99c coffees every single morning.
In keeping with its old-fashioned roots, the restaurant serves a limited menu that changes every day of the week. Each day features hearty, comforting meals like roast turkey with mashed potatoes and dressing and beef-n-noodles with green beans or applesauce. Check out the menu online to see when your favorite dish is coming up next.
Ghost Baby
1314 Republic St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
Ghost Baby lounge was built in the underground tunnels that a local brewing company used to use to brew and age their beer back in the early 19th century. It takes its name from the sound of the workmen installing new lighting in the tunnels when the space was first repurposed several years ago. Now, it's one of the most trendy bars in the city, its luxurious yet eerie atmosphere setting the mood for many a night of fun.
The lounge features nightly live music from local jazz performers and lounge singers to entertain you while you mingle. You can order a variety of wines, spirits, and specialty cocktails. Whether you're in the mood for the bright and bubbly flavor of Tickled Pink or the smooth richness of Lifestyles of the Famous, there's something here you'll love sipping on throughout the night. Guests who come hungry can indulge in some handmade chocolates or nibble from a charcuterie board.
Jeff Ruby's Precinct
311 Delta Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45226
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In 1981, chef Jeff Ruby opened The Precinct in the building that used to serve as Cincinnati Patrol House 6. It has since become a major culinary attraction and was recently named one of America's Top 10 Steakhouses by USA Today.
This fine-dining restaurant uses nothing but the best ingredients in all of its dishes. As a top-tier steakhouse, they are best known for their savory U.S.D.A. prime steaks, premium filet mignon, and Japanese A5 wagyu beef. Other entrée options include roast chicken, lobster, and king crab. Pair each dish with one of their signature cocktails or fine wines, and cap off the experience with a delectable dessert.
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9 Places for a Create-Your-Own Northeast Ohio Winery Tour
Whether you're a wine connoisseur or just someone who would like to try different varieties and learn about them, Northeast Ohio is the ideal place to create your own winery tour. Its fertile soil and climate make it a prime location to grow grapes, as evidenced by its many local wineries. They offer a relaxed atmosphere and are often family-owned, so you'll be able to learn about their history and offerings. Some also offer food ranging from small bites to full meals, as well as weekend entertainment.
Check out the following nine places to consider as you create your own Northeast Ohio Winery tour.
Sharon James Cellars
11303 Kinsman Rd., Newbury Township, OH 44065
Try one of several handcrafted wines at Sharon James Cellars, where you'll find reds, whites, and roses named after virtues like vitality and compassion. The property has a tasting room if you prefer to enjoy your wine indoors, as well as an outdoor patio and open-air outdoor pavilion if you like to relax outside with your wine. The winery also has a full-service kitchen and full-time chef, so you can indulge in deliciously fresh meals prepared using local ingredients. Try a pizza or panini, or order a delicious appetizer or two such as fresh hummus and veggies or a cheese plate.
Urban Vintner
37484 N. Industrial Pkwy., Willoughby, OH 44094
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You'll be able to see the entire production process at Urban Vintner, watching the transformation from grape to bottled wine. It's co-owned by award-winning winemaker Ed Trebets, who has won over 1,000 medals in his winemaking career. Sample several with a visit to the Tasting Room, which is open on Fridays and Saturdays. And if you'd like to try even more varieties, the winery offers a wine club that includes selections that are locally produced as well as ones that are globally sourced.
Laleure Vineyards
17335 Nash Rd., Middlefield, OH 44062
This small boutique winery makes most of its wines from vinifera grapes grown right on the property. Schedule your visit for a weekend if possible, when the tasting room is open, but it's also open by appointment if you'd like to visit at another time. The vineyard also frequently hosts live entertainment on Fridays and/or Saturdays, so order a glass of your favorite selection and relax while you enjoy the music.
Blind Squirrel Winery
7918 Pettibone Rd., Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
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Wines are produced and blended on-site at Blind Squirrel winery, and they're selected to appeal to a wide range of tastes. Some additional wines are offered seasonally. The tasting room is open Thursdays through Saturdays from 4-9 p.m., so try some different types and settle on a full glass or two of your favorite.
Stonegait Winery
4275 Bates Rd., Madison, OH 44057
If Stonegait Winery has a rustic barn-like appearance, that's because it once was a barn on a former horse farm. The owners purchased the barn after planting their vineyard and waiting four years, and they then renovated the barn to transform it into a winery. It now offers a full food menu along with an extensive list of wine offerings that you're welcome to enjoy by the bottle, glass, or taste. Fridays or Saturdays are a good time to visit if you'd like to enjoy live music along with your food and wine.
The Winery at Spring Hill
6062 South Ridge Rd. W, Geneva, OH 44041
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The Winery at Spring Hill has a friendly, relaxing feel, and although wine is its centerpiece, it also offers much more. In addition to a selection of handcrafted wines ranging from dry to sweet, their wine bar also serves unique hard ciders, craft beers from local breweries, and cocktails made with liquor from local distilleries. Food is also available, and you can choose a snack, meal, or one of the bakery's delicious desserts.
Virant Family Winery
541 Atkins Rd., Geneva, OH 44041
The Virant family spans 3 generations of winemakers, the latest of whom currently own the winery. Their 11 selections are made to have a crisp grape taste along with a pleasant aftertaste. They pair well with the winery's weekly snack food menu along with their more extensive menu for the weekends, when you can order steak, chicken, or ribs and listen to live music.
Silver Crest Cellars
4511 Bates Rd., Madison, OH 44057
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Silver Crest Cellars uses grapes from their family vineyards that date back to the 1930s, along with grapes from other local growers. Try their wines by the bottle, glass, or taste in a relaxing indoor or outdoor seating area. You'll be able to choose from old-world as well as new-world varieties, in addition to local and historical varieties and blends.
Debonne Vineyards
7840 Doty Rd., Madison, OH 44057
The largest estate winery in Ohio, Debonne Vineyards has over 175 acres of grapevines. The vineyard is known for its newer varieties and original blends and has also opened its own microbrewery. To learn about the entire winemaking process, schedule a tour that includes four samples of wine as well as cheese and crackers. You can also choose a tasting tray of your favorite type of wine, such as dry red or Riesling, and you'll get a souvenir glass, bottled water, crackers, and chocolate. And if you're ready for a meal, a casual food menu is also available. You might want to time your visit to coincide with one of the many events hosted by the winery, including a home winemaking class, fun run, bocce ball tournament, or motorcycle rally.
Sip, Savor, Repeat
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9 Places for Vino Around Northeast Ohio
Raise a glass to February 28th to celebrate Drink Wine Day. Whether you prefer sweet or dry or red or white, you'll find plenty of delicious options to enjoy around Northeast Ohio. The area is home to sprawling vineyards as well as chic wine bars, so you can continue to explore new wine destinations long after February 28th has passed.
Start your exploration with some of these 9 places for vino around Northeast Ohio:
M Cellars
6193 South River Rd. W, Geneva, OH 44041
M Cellars is located in Northeast Ohio's beautiful Grand River Valley, so you'll be able to enjoy amazing views as you sample the vineyard's offerings in their tasting room. The friendly, knowledgeable staff at this family-owned winery will share their passion for wine, and after your tasting experience, you'll know which type of wine you'd like to buy in a bottle to take home. Hours are noon-6 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and noon-8 p.m. Saturday.
Breitenbach Wine Cellars
5934 Old Route 39 NW, Dover, OH 44622
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Whether you're a wine connoisseur or someone making their first visit to a winery, Breitenbach Wine Cellars is the ideal spot to learn more and enjoy your favorites. Located in Ohio's Amish Country, the winery has expanded through the years to produce over 150,000 gallons of over 40 varieties of grape and other fruit wines a year. And while you're sipping your vino, sit on the patio and order a fresh salad or another bite to eat from Breitenbach's café. Hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday with the café open from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
School House Winery
455 Schneiders Crossing Rd. NE, Dover, OH 44622
School House Winery's unique history and setting make it worth a stop since it's located in a charming one-room schoolhouse that was built in 1886. They offer over 17 wines to choose from as you relax in the country setting inside or outside by the pond. Sample a meat and cheese plate or another goodie with your wine to make the experience even more complete. Hours are noon-6 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and noon-9 p.m. Saturday.
Silver Moon Winery
4915 Old Route 39 NW, Dover, OH 44622
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Silver Moon Winery produces over 40 wines, including sweet wines, crisp whites, and bold reds, in addition to dessert wines. They're made with juice imported from grape and wine regions around the world. After you taste some of your options and choose your favorites, buy a bottle – or several – to take home. They're also available in stores throughout the area, so you can search by zip code on the winery's website to find your favorites near you. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Grand River Cellars
5750 S. Madison Road (Route 528), Madison, OH 44057
You're sure to find some wines to love among Grand River Cellars' award-winning offerings, which have earned state-wide honors including Best Red, Best White, and Best Dessert Wine. They've also won gold medals in the international wine competition. Stop by and soak up the relaxed, rustic atmosphere that includes a beautiful fireplace perfect for cozying up nearby. Hours are noon-6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, noon-8 p.m. Wednesday, noon-9 p.m. Thursday, noon-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon-8 p.m. Sunday.
CLE Urban Winery
2180 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
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CLE Urban Winery is a working winery and tasting room in the city, situated in the Cedar-Lee neighborhood. Think of it like a craft brewery, but for wines. All are hand-crafted, made from premium juice, and bottled on site. The chic destination always has something going on, including wine tastings, clubs, classes, and wine appreciation programs. Hours are 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
The Olde Wine Cellar
7932 Main St., Olmstead Falls, OH 44138
This locally owned boutique wine shop is dedicated to offering small boutique wines you won't find in larger chain stores. Their staff can help you find just the right wine to suit your tastes and budget. To learn more about which wines are most appealing to your palette, attend one of the shop's wine tastings held every Friday and Saturday. It's a relaxed, social atmosphere where you can find out which wines you'd love to buy by the bottle and take home. Hours are noon-6 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday and noon-9 p.m. Thursday-Saturday.
Vino Veritas Cellars
4103 Memphis Ave., Cleveland, OH 44109
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Located just a few minutes outside of downtown Cleveland, Vino Veritas Cellars lets you enjoy any of their wines by the glass or by the bottle. If you're not sure which ones you'd love, try a selection of them in a flight. You're also invited to make an afternoon of your visit by packing a picnic and eating it at the wine bar or on the grounds near a pond. The staff can also recommend local restaurants that deliver to the winery if you'd prefer a restaurant meal with your wine. Hours are noon-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and by reservation only Monday-Thursday.
Hundley Cellars
6451 Route 307, Geneva, OH 44041
Hundley Cellars is located on 35 beautiful acres where the owners planted vines years ago. After converting an abandoned ranch house into a winery, they now welcome guests who would like to enjoy and learn about wine in addition to good food. If you'd like to try a sampling, tasting boxes are offered in either sweet to semi-sweet varieties or dry to semi-dry with seven Hundley Cellars wines. Hours are 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, noon-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon-6 p.m. Sunday.
Palate Pleasers
Where have you enjoyed a glass of white around Northeast Ohio? Share your favorite wineries, wine bars, or other locations with us.
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