Toledo, Ohio sits in the Great Lakes region of the U.S., near the Michigan border. Toledo faces the Maumee River and many of its businesses are situated on the waterfront. If you want to take in the view of the river while you dine, there are several riverfront restaurants around Toledo from which to choose.
Real Seafood Co. features a menu of fresh seafood and a view of the riverfront. The restaurant offers a small, constantly rotating menu of classic dishes, including oysters on the half-shell, fresh fish served broiled or grilled, salads, and sandwiches. Specialty entrees such as tilapia bruschetta and lemon dill salmon are also served. All entrees include coleslaw, homemade bread, and choice of one side. Though there is not much available for non-seafood lovers, there is a children's menu with choices like cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, and chicken soft tacos.
Real Seafood Co.
22 Main Street
Toledo, OH 43605
419-697-5427
realseafoodcorestaurant.com
The Navy Bistro is a slightly upscale restaurant right on the water. The multilevel eatery is divided into themed areas like the War Room and the Admiral's Library. The Navy Bistro also offers seating on a large patio deck that overlooks the Maumee River. The restaurant features starters like crawfish tails, escargot, and baked brie. Signature entrees such as potato-crusted tilapia, lemon-caper chicken, and an 8 oz. special sirloin are on the menu, as is an extensive list of steaks and chops. On the lighter side, sandwiches and salads are also available. Because special events take place at the eatery fairly frequently, reservations are recommended.
The Navy Bistro
30 Main St.
Toledo, OH 43605
419-697-NAVY
cousinosrestaurants.com/bistro/home.html
Tango's Cantina is a Mexican-style eatery located in International Park near the river. The restaurant offers 600 feet of dock space and a water taxi service for customers that runs to the west bank of the river. Tango's Cantina serves a variety of appetizers and entrees both inside the restaurant and out on its attached patio area. Start your meal with a quesadilla, an order of nachos, or homemade jalapeno poppers. The entree selections include the eatery's specialty, enchiladas stuffed with shrimp and crab, sizzling fajitas, and chipotle chicken pasta. The restaurant also features a large drink list, with margaritas, premium tequilas, and Mexican beers.
Tango's Cantina
30 Main St.
Toledo, OH 43605
419-697-4678
cousinosrestaurants.com/tangos/home.html
