Play in Painesville
From delicious international cuisine to beautiful buildings full of history and stunning sights of Lake Erie, Painesville, Ohio, provides more opportunities to enjoy everything Lake County has to offer.
Joughin Hardware has served Painesville residents since 1877 by preserving their Victorian homes and assisting with any hardware needs. This local landmark, which has been on South State Street since its opening, offers many services; from paint matching and key cutting to screen and window repair and blade sharpening, you’ll always be able to find a helping hand for whatever you need.
For lunch, stop by one of the many restaurants on the Lake County Taco Trail for tasty Mexican fare. Enjoy quesadillas at Cocina Elvis, or try the fan favorite tacos made with handmade tortillas at La Cocina de Mamá. Picante Mexican Grill proudly serves traditional Mexican home-cooked meals and beverages, and fresh, authentic street food is the name of the game at El Taco Macho. Taste the local favorite guacamole and margaritas at El Paladar de México. Compadres Mexican Grill offers daily specials along with their expansive menu. Taqueria La Casita dishes up Mexican fair treats, such as tamales and Mexican style hot dogs. Treat your sweet tooth at La Mexicana at their Mexican bakery while you enjoy authentic Mexican food and shop for fresh meats and Mexican groceries and produce.
If Italian cuisine is more your style, Silvestro’s Depot Café has you covered. This family-owned and -operated restaurant has been serving up authentic Italian dishes, made from Grandma Jen Silvestro’s family recipes, since 1936. Savor pasta, pizza and sandwiches, or try the steak, prime rib and seafood also offered on the menu.
Delight in a beautiful sunset at the Painesville Township Pier, located within Painesville Township Park. The 200-foot ADA accessible pier extends from the Lake Erie shoreline and provides opportunities to glimpse stunning views, feel the summer breezes or spend the day fishing. The 37-acre park also includes baseball and softball fields, a concession stand, a playground, a dance hall and a nature center to continue the fun. Gather your family and friends for an event, such as a wedding, reunion or meeting, at the handicap-accessible community center, which can be rented for private functions.
Looking to stay overnight in Painesville? The Steele Mansion Inn & Gathering Hub offers a luxurious stay for all of its guests. This full-service venue and boutique hotel was originally a French Second Empire home built in 1867, which has also hosted a few former U.S. presidents, including James A. Garfield, Ulysses S. Grant and Howard Taft. In 2001, the mansion had a fire, but it was restored to its 1870s grandeur in the early 2010s and is now on the National Registry for Historic Buildings. Each of the 16 rooms in the mansion are lavishly decorated with unique period antiques, and every guest can enjoy a full complimentary breakfast during their stay. Enjoy cocktail hour at the in-house bar on Wednesdays and Fridays, which is also open to the public, and take some time to wander through the halls of the mansion. If you’d like to explore the mansion but don’t have time to stay, take one of the monthly tours with the owner; just be sure to call ahead of time.