Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Toledo

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Updated February 05, 2025

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Mancy's Steaks - Hancock Hotel

4.9

4.9 (705)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Findlay

About the restaurant

Enjoy a new take on an Ohio classic with Mancy's Steakhouse at the Hancock Hotel. Mancy’s has gained fame since 1921 by serving the freshest seafood and best quality steaks and chops around. Join us for dinner and treat yourself to a selection of fresh-baked breads, sauces, and desserts made from scratch daily. Create a one-of-a-kind experience when you book our private dining space and indulge in a customized menu prepared by one of our expert chefs. With a selection of more than 100 wines, craft beers, and classic cocktails there's a little something for everyone to enjoy at Mancy's Steakhouse in Findlay!

Top review

Robert

Dined 6 days ago

Another great experience with excellent steaks (Delmonico and Prime Rib.) The atmosphere and service were also excellent.

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Experience

Valentines Day

Sweetwater Chophouse

4.8

4.8 (1198)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Defiance

About the restaurant

We Are Open for Lunch Daily at 11am (reservations not taken for lunch Please call for Large Party Lunch Reservations)

Sweetwater Chophouse, Fired Stone Tavern & 4kd Crick Brewery are located on Eagle Rock Golf Club. Open to the public 7 days a week. This is the spot for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, company parties or if you are just in the mood to come out to enjoy a mouth-watering meal and amazing signature drinks. The focus for Executive Chef Aaron Weible is to maintain a scratch kitchen. Preparing everything daily from sauces to breads. Utilizing local area farmers for fresh vegetables and using our on-site herb garden. We take great pride in providing each of our guests a WOWing experience.

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Mariann

Dined 4 days ago

Just an outstanding experience. We thoroughly enjoyed it.

The Dark Horse Social Club

4.8

4.8 (88)

$31 to $50

American

Defiance

About the restaurant

The "warmest" vibe in NW Ohio meets Farm-to-Table at The Dark Horse Social Club. This 1868, National Register structure has been completely transformed; warm and romantic, perfect for quiet dinners and heartfelt conversation while savoring fresh, thoughtfully prepared dishes in a setting that feels both intimate and special.

We offer fresh food focused on local sourcing and home-made recipees. Our beef is raised in Holgate, OH and processed locally. The cheese on our boards is made from local, whole milk in Hicksville, OH. We use 100% California olive oil in our oil based dressings - it is not cut with canola/soy/vegetable oils. Our flatbreads come in at less than 30 carbs each. We are known for our cocktails, particularly our Old Fashioneds and our Seasonal Speicialty Drinks.

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AlessandraVIP

Dined 6 days ago

We LOVE this restaurant! Food is always amazing! It is a must try if you are in Toledo area! The desert was great and soo perfect!

The Standard

4.8

4.8 (236)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Sylvania

About the restaurant

The Standard Toledo is a locally owned and operated restaurant that strives to deliver genuine hospitality and a memorable dining experience. Our creative menu includes satisfying and craveable options including Steak, Seafood, Pasta, Salad, and Pork. The interior of the restaurant helps to make for a lively and exciting experience.

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Joey

Dined 5 days ago

Wow, this place is phenomenal. I can’t wait to go back.

Sam B's

4.7

4.7 (63)

$31 to $50

American

Bowling Green

About the restaurant

Sam B's offers an upscale bistro-style menu, featuring many fresh seafood options. We pride ourselves on serving our guests the best food and hand-crafted cocktails in Bowling Green, Ohio.

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John

Dined on Feb 1, 2025

Sam Bs is our #1 choice when in Bowling Green.. Always a great date night with optimum food auality and ambience. We will be back again.

The Benchmark Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1729)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Toledo

About the restaurant

The Benchmark Restaurant is a modern American steakhouse located within the gorgeous Shops at Levis Commons in beautiful Perrysburg, Ohio. A Chef owned and driven restaurant that focuses on quality products and amazing service.

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marissa

Dined 1 day ago

Patrick was a phenomenal host for our evening. Very knowledgeable about the menu and was highly suggestive with appetizers we had any question of. Made our experience wonderful.

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Georgio's Grill - Sylvania

4.6

4.6 (242)

$30 and under

Italian

Sylvania

About the restaurant

With 50 years of experience cooking in the finest restaurants, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff will ensure you have a fantastic experience with us.

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Sylvia

Dined 2 days ago

We always look forward to the Tuesday $12 pizza nights, not just for the price, more so they are the best pizzas in the area, wood fired excellent crust. Nice fresh salads and homemade soups . A good full menu of entrees. Good selection of craft beers. Great vibe. Our waitress Sandy is always so nice and a wonderful server, she remembers our family and all of our orders each week, pretty amazing!

Bar Louie - Perrysburg

4.3

4.3 (8)

$30 and under

American

Maumee

About the restaurant

At Bar Louie, we're passionate about delivering flavor packed experiences. Defined by our award-winning handcrafted martinis and cocktails, our lunch, dinner and happy hours elevate the top-shelf bar experience. In a vibrant atmosphere energized by our local community, we serve all guests looking to create unforgettable moments - making us the go-to-spot for all occasions, from a spontaneous happy hour hangout to a celebratory spot for milestone events.

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Rea

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

For an impromptu night out on Christmas evening , this was just what we needed after a busy week and the chaos ends to just unwind and enjoy the beautiful blessing of life ! The atmosphere and service was incredible and our bartenders were extremely kind and in good spirits for working on Christmas Day and the food was amazing!

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Valentine's Day 4-Course Dinner & Drink Event

Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Toledo

4.2

4.2 (46)

$30 and under

American

Toledo

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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MichelleZ

Dined on Jan 31, 2025

Title: A Delightful Evening at BJ's Brewhouse Our recent dinner at BJ's Brewhouse was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we walked in, we were enveloped in a warm and welcoming atmosphere that set the tone for a thoroughly enjoyable evening. The ambiance struck a perfect balance—not too loud, which allowed for easy conversation. The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the prime rib special. Cooked to perfection, it was tender, juicy, and seasoned impeccably—truly an outstanding dish that left us more than satisfied. It’s rare to find a prime rib that leaves such a lasting impression, but BJ’s truly nailed it. Equally impressive was the baked ziti. Comfortingly cheesy and bursting with flavors, it offered a delightful medley of rich tomato sauce and melty cheese that made it a hit at our table. It was evident that a lot of attention to detail went into crafting each dish. Our dining experience was further enhanced by our server, Lori. She was an absolute gem—pleasant, knowledgeable, and consistently attentive without being intrusive. Her recommendations proved to be spot-on, and she ensured that we had everything we needed throughout our meal. Overall, BJ’s Brewhouse offered a wonderful dining experience with standout dishes and excellent service. It’s a place we’ll definitely be revisiting soon, and we recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable meal.

Urban Pine Winery

3.7

3.7 (54)

$31 to $50

Winery

Maumee

About the restaurant

A harmony of wine, food, and ambiance. Chef Christopher Miller and Winemaker Jen McAlear have created a magic experience. Come try our food that pairs perfectly with a wine flight, glass of wine, or bottle. Check out our events, live music, large patio, and private banquet space!

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Chris

Dined on Jan 11, 2025

The atmosphere was quiet and most enjoyable. The food and service were superb so we will definitely add it to our date night dinner routine.

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