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Thursday, March 6, 2014

Catch a great fish dish in Lorain County!

Whether you are looking for a Friday fish fry or seasonal fish specials, you came to the right place!
Orchid Cafe Friday menu

THE FRIDAY FISH FRY

The Orchid Cafe at Miller Nature Preserve
2739 Center Road, Avon
(440) 937-0764
Fish Fry by Chef Mario Izzo 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Every Friday through April 18!

Matus Winery 
15674 Gore Orphanage Rd, Wakeman
(440)774-9463
Fish Fry Fridays through April 18 at 5:30pm
Dinner, Sandwich & Platter all served with fresh cut fries and coleslaw
Perch Dinner:  includes ½ lb perch. Choice of a glass of wine:  $20 pp OR bottle of wine of choice:  $28 pp
Perch Sandwich:  Choice of glass of wine:  $17 pp OR bottle of wine of choice:  $25 pp
Chicken Tender Platter:  Choice of glass of wine:  $15 per person OR bottle of wine of choice: $20
Clam Chowder $4

Nemo Grille, Avon



RESTAURANTS 

And here are a few local suggestions for restaurants that are well-known for their delicious seafood year round:



Cork's and Stubby's 
209 S. Main St., Amherst
(440) 984-7430
(440) 984-7432
Fine and Casual Dining: Shrimp, Scallops, Crabcakes, Salmon, Catch of the Day, Walleye

The Feve Bar & Grill 
30 S. Main Street, Oberlin
(440) 774-1978
Grouper Basket, Crab Cakes, Multiple vegan and vegetarian choices

Granny Joe's Ice Creamatorium
5598 Liberty Ave., Vermilion
(440) 967-3663
Perch Sandwich, Perch Dinner

Jackalope Lakeside
301 Lakeside Ave., Lorain
(440) 288-2051
Perch Sandwich, Perch Dinner

Moosehead Grill 
7660 Leavitt Rd, Amherst
(440) 985-7429
Salmon, Walleye, Tilapia

Mr. D's Restaurant & Bar at Ramada Elyria
1825 Lorain Blvd., Elyria
(440)324-5411
Perch Sandwich, Lake Erie Perch Dinner, Shrimp Basket

Nemo Grille
36976 Detroit Road, Avon
(440) 934-0061
Fine Dining: Sea Scallops, Salmon, Chilean Sea Bass, Perch, Tuna

Garden Restaurant at Oberlin Inn
7 N. Main St. | Oberlin
(440) 775-1111
Smitty's Place, Elyria
Typically offers a Fish Fry special each Friday

Smitty's Place
368 E. Bridge St, Elyria
(440) 323-9708
Perch Sandwich, Perch Dinner Combos

Strip, A Steakhouse 
36840 Detroit Rd., Avon
(440) 934-9900
Fine dining: Salmon, Ahi Tuna, Catch of the Day, Chilean Sea Bass

Stubby’s Pub & Grub 
114 Antioch Dr., Elyria
(440) 365-7882
Lake Erie Perch Dinners, crabcakes

Click…for a complete list of dining options.

And be sure to check out Fligner’s Market Facebook page weekly to see what great special they are offering on Fridays. You will likely see fish lunch specials.

Thursday, February 6, 2014

Fall in love with Lorain County!





Fall in love with Lorain County this Valentine's Day! Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a dinner for two or fun with friends, there is something for everyone.



Getaways

5 Corners Bed & Breakfast Valentines Day Special 
Stay Feb. 8 through the 17th and recieve:
 Complimentary split of Champagne
Free Gift from Amherst Party Shop
Complimentary Appetizer from Olde Town Pizza
Complimentary Paraffin Hand Treatment for her from A Beau Monde Salon
Be within walking distance of many restaurants and taverns
Delicious Two-Course Breakfast
Stay two nights or more and receive a $25 Gift Card to Corks & Stubby's
Call for reservations 440.984.3084

Oberlin Inn Romance Package
Complete with Murder, Mystery and Mayhem
Feb. 15th Package Includes:
Superior Overnight Accommodations 
Lavish Buffet with Prime Rib and Chicken Piccata 
Fun-filled Jovialities Murder Mystery 
Cash Bar available
$79 per person plus tax & gratuities based on double occupancy.
Call for reservations:440.775.1111

Ramada Elyria’s Valentine’s Day Party 2014
Italian & Seafood Dinner Buffet and DJ 7pm – 12:30am.
Valentine’s Day package:
$75/person – single rate $125/couple rate or $60 /person for groups of 4 or more
Sleeping room for $65.99 rate – 2pm check-out Saturday
Request a 2-top table or eat in a group.
6:30-7:30pm Appetizers, 7-8:30pm Dinner, 7pm-12:30am DJ, 7:30pm-12am Open Bar
Chocolate Fountain, Photo Booth
Call 440-324-5412 for reservations.

Valen-Wine's Happenings

Northcoast Grapevine Valentine's Day Winery Tour Special
The special will include a tour to 4 wineries along the Lake Erie Shores & Islands Wine Trail. Tastings at each winery are included as well as chocolates and a delicious lunch at a designated winery. For info email info@northcoastgrapevinetours.com, or call 440.282.6598, 

Matus Winery Valentine's Dinner
Feb. 14th 5:30-7:30pm. $25.00 per person. Strip Steak, Shredded Cheesy Potatoes, Salad, Roll, Butter & Dessert! Includes one glass of wine. Prepay Reservations Only. Live music at 8pm open to all. Call 440.774.9463 or email matus_winery@yahoo.com.

Paper Moon Vineyards Valentine's Day Wine & Appetizer Pairing
Feb. 14 5-7:30PM, $30 per couple, limited to 25 couples (pre-sale only).  Enjoy five appetizer and wine tasting stations.  You'll be given a taste of wine with each of the appetizers.  Feel free to take your own pace; the event will be open for you to enjoy anytime between 5-7:30PM.  The appetizers include a caprese salad (fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil), petite quiches, heart-shaped 4 cheese ravioli with a Beurre Blanc sauce, marinated meatballs with a pepperazzi pepper, and a decadent chocolate fountain with fruit and snacks for dipping.  To make a reservation, please call 440-967-2500.  All reservations are non-refundable.  The winery and kitchen will remain open to everyone even if you're not attending this event.

Dinner for Two - Fine Dining 

Tree House Gallery and Tea Room in Avon is offering a special Valentines's Dinner Feb. 14th. $100 a couple and enjoy a free bottle of wine or champagne on us! Call 440.934.1636 for reservations

Cork's & Stubby's in Amherst
Cork's & Stubby's, Amherst

Fratello's in Avon Lake

Jackalope Lakeside in Lorain

Nemo Grille in Avon

Strip, A Steakhouse in Avon

Wood & Wine in Avon

Fun with Friends - Casual Dining

Quaker Steak and Lube in Vermilion is offering a Valentine's special Feb. 14-16 with select menu options. 

Aladdin's Eatery in Oberlin                                        
Aladdin's Eatery, Oberlin

Buffalo Wild Wings in Elyria

The Feve Bar & Grill in Oberlin

Fort's Taven in Wellington

Hot Dog Heaven in Amherst

Lorenzo's Pizzeria in Oberlin

Moosehead Grill in Amherst


Smitty's Place in Elyria

Sorrento Ristorante & Pizzeria in Sheffield Village

Stubby's Pub & Grub in Elyria

Treehuggers Cafe in  Oberlin

Simply Fun

Chocolate and Jazz at Vermilion River Reservation 
Feb 14th 6-8pm Enjoy an evening of live jazz by fireside and decadent chocolate desserts. Take a stroll on the luminary trail. Call 440.458.5121 to pre-register by Feb 10, pay $5 per person at the door.