Dodie's Dockside

Name: Dodie's Dockside
Address: 301 Broadway Ste 100, Lorain, OH, United States, 44052-1631
Telephone: (440) 742-7209
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

394 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Located on the main floor of the Historic Ariel Hotel on Broadway, built in 1923, Dodie’s restaurant brings Lorain its first Italian-influenced coastal fare dining. Our menu takes what we love from traditional seaside food and gives it a contemporary, Italian twist.

Sitting dockside, Dodie’s remodeling pays homage to the building’s original architecture while harnessing the nautical spirit of Lake Erie’s coast. With local art and historical photographs, Dodie’s takes pride in being the place where you gather for the food, for the ambience, and especially for the community.

Here, find your destination restaurant for all occasions in Lorain. We encourage both family gatherings and intimate date-nights. Have a cocktail in the Bar Lounge with views of Black River Landing. Share a meal with friends or out-of-towners, and show off Ohio’s charming lakeside.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 27, 2023

9:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(440) 742-7209

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Phone number
(440) 742-7209
Website
http://www.dodiesdockside.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
301 Broadway, Ste 100, Lorain, OH 44052-1631
Neighborhood
Cleveland West
Parking details
Park in the main lot of the hotel. If the lot is full, you can park across the street at the City Center.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Every day happy hour
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
$5 Wine pours $1 off all beers $5 Mojitos $5 Walleye Bites $5 Meatball Sub $8 Pasta with meatballs $5 Cheese fries with bacon $5 Margherita pizza $8 Burger
Happy Hour Ever Day!
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM,Sat - 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
$5 Wine pours $1 Off all beers $5 Mojitos $5 Walleye bites $5 Meatball sub $5 Cheese fries with bacon $6 Margherita pizza $8 Italian burger

Popular dishes

Lobster Roll
Buttered Lobster Meat, Brioche Bun
Roasted Pork
Broccoli Rabe, Provolone, Hoagie
Chicken Cutlet
Escarole, Mozzarella, Roll
Italian Burger
Roasted tomato, Soppressata, Provolone, Garlic Aioli, Ciabatta
Crispy Eggplant
Roasted Red Pepper, Garlic Mayo, Mozzarella, Arugula, Ciabatta
Napoletan BLT
Slab Bacon, Arugula, Roasted Tomato, Basil Pesto, Focaccia

Pasta

Tortiglioni
Red Sauce, Meatballs, Basil, Asiago
Spaghetti
Olive Oil, Broccoli Rabe, Garlic, Chili Flake
Linguine
Clams, Red or White Sauce
Bucatini
Pancetta, Mushrooms, Asiago Cream, Garlic
Risotto
Wild Mushroom, Shaved Parmesan
Seasonal Pasta
Gnocchi, English Peas, Pancetta, Basil

Entrees

Halibut
Fingerling Potatoes, Brussels, Lobster, Creamy Parmesan Dressing
Walleye
Cornmeal Crusted, Sea Fries, Roasted Red Pepper Tartar Sauce, Grilled Lemon
Swordfish
Artichoke Caponata, Basil Oil
Chicken Thighs
Asiago Cream, Broccolini, Crispy Potatoes
Strip Steak
Herbs, Crispy Potatoes
Osso Bucco
Peperonata, Gremolata, Creamy Polenta
Scallops
Lobster Risotto, Parmesan, Chives
Filet
Seasonal Preparation

Pizza

Margherita
Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil
Clam Pie
Pancetta, Garlic Cream, Mozzarella, Arugula
Meat
Meatballs, Prosciutto, Soppresatta
Veggie
Mushroom, Onion, Broccolini, Tomato, Mozzarella

Sides

Braised Escarole
Creamy Polenta
Crispy Potatoes
Risotto
Sea Fries
Broccolini

Desserts

Tiramisu Cheesecake
Lady fingers, chocolate, whipped cream, cocoa.
Cannoli Platter
Daily creation.
Zeppole
Sweet ricotta, powdered sugar, warm honey.
Dark Chocolate Espresso Pana Cotta
Espresso, chocolate shavings.
Vanilla Zabaglione
Seasonal berries, amaretto, vanilla bean.

What 394 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cleveland
Good for business meals

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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Have been here 3 times now. Excellent food. Consistently good so far. I will definitely be back!
GE
GEORGE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
We had a great time at Dodie's, The food was very good. The only complaint was the hard croutons in our salad but our fish and chips were very good.
LG
LucasG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Right from the beginning, you are greeted with such a warm smile and such a pleasant atmosphere. Getting checked in was a breeze. Everyone there was very polite and everyone was smiling. Service was exquisite the food I can’t say enough about but delicious. The atmosphere there is very mellow and inviting. I will absolutely be coming back.
ED
EDMUND
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
First time for both of us, so everything exceeded expectations. Autumn served us and she was delightful. All the food presentations were creative, and the food itself was great. Wife had the salmon and she commented several times how well the whole entree came together; I had the linguini with clams...if I had anything negative to say it would be that one of the clams didn't open during cooking - not unusual - but the chef cracked it open and half of the shattered shell shards scattered throughout the dish making it a little tough to screen out the remnants while chowing down on the delicious preparation. We'll be back soon to discover more treasures though.
KK
KathyK
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dinner and drinks with friends. We will definitely be back!
AJ
AmosJay
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great! We had the best waitress!! Wonderful dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Reservation for 6 ar 6pm. The restaurant was packed. Food and service was good and on point.
WM
WendyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Each of our 4 entrees was excellent. Service was efficient and friendly.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious specials. Cheesecake was a great way to end the meal. Wonderful evening from the food, to the service, even the music!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bisque was dreamy. The lobster roll was the best I’ve ever had. Others had sea bass, steak, and a special. All were delicious.
M
Minuteman1
Cleveland
15 reviews
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience3
In comparison to other restaurants in Lorain City, this establishment is OK. The soup was warm, not hot, cheese balls were good. My fish 'n chips were very good, and my wife' Sea Bass was warm and not hot. Expensive for average food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The scallops and risotto is a must! Service was attentive but not intrusive. Can’t wait to go back and try additional menu items.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Though fully prepared specials and diverse menu items. All enjoyed their selections, ambience, and service. Will be back.
RL
RandyL
Toronto
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience2
I think there may have been an issue being short staffed in the kitchen? We waited 75 minutes for our meal to be served. We had about three different waitresses repeatedly offering us bread as we waited. Appetizers were poor. Main courses average.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really enjoyed everything! The food was amazing -atmosphere very relaxing and beautiful. Service delightful. We will go back for sure. Thank you for a lovely evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner was absolutely amazing… started with the orange Italian soda and bruschetta. Truly the best lobster roll I’ve ever had! Lindsey gave great service and we can’t wait to go back!
t
tracy
Cleveland
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was so delicious, and our waiter (Mitch - I think) was wonderful. After dinner we had a drink and dessert at the bar which had great live music. Will definitely be going back - worth the drive!
TL
TinaL
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was amazing! Lindsey was very knowledgeable. Ambiance superb! Music best I've heard in a while. Food prices a little higher than average, but, this is fine dining & cooked perfectly! Huge wine list. Will be back for a happy hour.
S
Spryte
Cleveland
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything is always wonderful. Here food is great, staff is friendly and attentive. Great place!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food and service every time! Love this restaurant!
M
Missyj204
Cleveland
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic, fresh menu, great service and perfect hotel location. The menu offers fresh seafood, from entrees, salads, appetizers and soup. Loved it.
KR
KarlaR
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service and food were outstanding. A hidden gem in Lorain. It was our first time dining and will absolutely be back!
P
Peachy
Cleveland
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent good. Terrific, attentive service. Nice ambiance. I want to go there more often.
S
Shari
Cleveland
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Each time I dine at Dodie's Dockside, the experience is the same. Delicious food and excellent service!
S
Steph
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful place, awesome service, saw you on New Day Cleveland and kicking it with Kenny Will come back again
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was my birthday and the whole experience was just right!! The food was awesome, the atmosphere was very welcoming, and the restaurant was beautiful!! Great customer service!!
CB
ChaB
Cleveland
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience4
We've eaten at Dodie's twice. The first time we had simple sandwiches and fries. They where very good. The second time we decided to try fish and chips and the prime rib special. Fish and chips where average tasting. Not worth $25. Prime rib has something on it that tasted spoiled. Absolutely not worth $35. Two other tables that we know of sent the prime rib back.
AG
AnthonyG
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food, view and service was top notch, comparable to any 5 star restaurant in NYC or Chicago. Do not miss this gem in downtown Lorain!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Started our meal with the Lobster Bisque which had 2 claws of meat in it and was delicious. The Ahi Tuna special was excellent as well. We finished with in house made cheesecake to share. Our waiter Mitchell was very attentive. We will be back.
CV
ChrisV
Detroit
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
We had prime rib. It was very lean but a bit on the dry side. Everything else was perfect. We will definitely go back.
SS
SarahS
Columbus
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
I love this place! It never disappoints. The filet is great and if you have a chance to get the French fries you should always do it. They’re delicious. Their drinks and service are great and the live music in the bar was wonderful.
KH
KarenH
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love Dodie's. The staff is excellent and the food was great. Our Valentine's Day was fantastic!
KB
KarenB
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated my birthday at Dodie's and our food was excellent. My fillet was cooked perfectly and my boyfriend's salmon dish was outstanding. Wonderful place to go for a good meal in town.
AW
AmyW
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best Valentine’s Day dinner ever! The menu was amazing!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal and very relaxing.
c
chrism
Cleveland
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Our blackened mahi-mahi was not really blackened and the portion was quite small like 4oz, the skirt steak was better but still rather small portion for the price. The restaurant usually has good food these were the specials that night. The service has been so-so every time, they need a good hostess/ front manager the wait staff all wear their own jeans not a uniform color with black t-shirts - doesn’t come off as very professional more like what you’d see at a brew pub.
S
Spryte
Cleveland
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything is always great! Server was super nice!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Came here for the first time to celebrate my boyfriend’s graduation and had a lovely experience! Service had us feeling a little forgotten, but they aimed to make up for it at the end of the evening by comping a dessert. Will return!
NH
NancyH
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time there. Staff was exceptionally nice and helpful. Food was very good, dessert great and a very nice atmosphere
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our food, drinks, and service were perfect! Everything start to finish was wonderful and we really enjoyed our night out! Thank you!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks

FAQs

Dodie's Dockside offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (440) 742-7209.

Dodie's Dockside is rated 4.7 stars by 394 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 27, 2023

9:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(440) 742-7209

301 Broadway, Ste 100, Lorain, OH 44052-1631

Additional information

Neighborhood
Cleveland West
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Park in the main lot of the hotel. If the lot is full, you can park across the street at the City Center.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.dodiesdockside.com/
Phone number
(440) 742-7209

Dodie's Dockside

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Every day happy hour

Happy Hour Ever Day!

Lobster Roll

Sea

Tiramisu Cheesecake

Sharing Boards

Land

Sea

Clams or Oysters

Shore

Appetizers

Soup

Crostini

Calamari

Arancini

Mussels

Polenta Bites

Meatballs

Burrata

Salads

Arugula

Caesar

Panzanella

Eggplant Napoleon

Antipasto

Sandwiches

Lobster Roll

Roasted Pork

Chicken Cutlet

Italian Burger

Crispy Eggplant

Napoletan BLT

Pasta

Tortiglioni

Spaghetti

Linguine

Bucatini

Risotto

Seasonal Pasta

Entrees

Halibut

Walleye

Swordfish

Chicken Thighs

Strip Steak

Osso Bucco

Scallops

Filet

Pizza

Margherita

Clam Pie

Meat

Veggie

Sides

Braised Escarole

Creamy Polenta

Crispy Potatoes

Risotto

Sea Fries

Broccolini

Desserts

Tiramisu Cheesecake

Cannoli Platter

Zeppole

Dark Chocolate Espresso Pana Cotta

Vanilla Zabaglione

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

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Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

FAQs

Does Dodie's Dockside offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Dodie's Dockside restaurant rated?