After a long day on the water, few things are as welcome as a cold drink, whether you're drowning your sorrows over an empty stringer or hoisting a glass to a bountiful catch. Here's our roundup of the best bars near some of the country's top fishing waters, plus BONUS PHOTOS here.
Oct 18, 2007
Best Sunrise
Mel's Crow's Nest, Marblehead, Ohio
419-734-1742
Pull up a stool at the rectangular bar near the two garage-style glass doors and enjoy a Lake Erie Sunrise while you enjoy a Lake Erie sunset. The former is a rum drink with raspberry and banana juices, the latter a breathtaking spectacle. (Then again, the latter, with "sunset" capitalized, is also a rum drink, with strawberry and mango juices.)
The Crow's Nest is situated next to a marina between Middle and West harbors and the staff will gladly cook up your catch of the day. In addition, there's a smokehouse on the premises, stuffed with ribs, chicken and other tasty meats.
The tiki bar outside hosts concerts in summer. Come fall, enjoy the fire inside while admiring the stuffed walleyes on the wall and humming along to the Ohio State University marching band songs, which are catalogued on the jukebox.
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