Fenton Grill
Paddle the Chadakoin River water trail, fish lower Chautauqua Lake or hike along the lake shore, then settle in for a relaxing evening at Fenton Grill. Have a drink at the bar in this restored historical building, and then retire to the dining room with its stained glass windows and warm woodwork. The menu includes stuffed button mushrooms, pasta and salad entrees, and meat entrees served with a salad and two sides.
Fenton Grill
2 East 2nd St.
Jamestown, NY 14701
(716) 664-6204
fentongrill.com
Andriaccio's Restaurant
Order a wrap, panini and salad to go as you head out for a day of adventure on Chautauqua Lake. Whether you are boating, hiking or following the cross country ski trails in Long Point State Park, the hearty meal will give you a boost. Andriaccio's also serves robust Italian pasta, pizza and entrees in their cozy family style dining room.
Andriaccio's Restaurant
4837 West Lake Road
Mayville, NY 14757
(716) 753-5200
andriaccios.com
Windjammer's Lakeview Restaurant
Pull in to the Clarion Hotel Marina for lunch or dinner along the shores of Lake Erie. Whether you are open water kayaking in Dunkirk Harbor or bird watching at Point Gratiot Park, a meal at the marina's Windjammer's Lakeview Restaurant is nearby and flavorful. Sample the souvlaki salad, seafood bisque served with a cheddar jalapeno biscuit or the local favorite, sauteed grouper.
Windjammer's Lakeview Restaurant
at Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center
30 Lake Shore Dr. East
Dunkirk, NY 14048
(716) 336-8350
clariondunkirk.com
The Italian Fisherman
Enjoy al fresco dining at this Chautauqua Lake shore restaurant. Lunch at the Deli on the Dock where Mamma's Mussels, the catch-of-the-day sandwich and gourmet burgers satisfy active vacationers on the lake. Dinner is labeled "steak on the lake" and the "thrill of the grill", with specialty salads and deserts filling out the menu. During the summer, enjoy live musical entertainment on the Italian Fisherman's floating stage.
The Italian Fisherman
61 Lakeside Drive
Bemus Point, NY 14712
(716) 386-7000
italianfisherman.com
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