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What to order
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Chicken and waffles
Recommended multiple times as one of the best dishes on the menu, with reviews praising it as delicious, beautifully presented, and even the best some diners have ever had.
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Tiramisu pancakes
Mentioned more than once as a standout breakfast item; reviewers said they loved them and found them especially enjoyable.
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Short rib hash
Called out for its flavorful combination of slow-braised beef, tomato jam, roasted potatoes, and fried egg, with reviewers specifically urging others to try it.
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Brunch Burger
Praised as delicious by diners who found it to be a strong brunch choice and said they would return for it again.
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Gluten-free waffle
Recommended by a reviewer who specifically came for it and said it was cooked perfectly, making it a good option for gluten-free diners.
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Country fried steak and eggs
Highlighted as excellent, with reviewers noting it was cooked and seasoned very well.
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Salmon burger
Mentioned as a signature sandwich and described positively as a well-executed, flavorful item with a fried-to-perfection salmon patty and fresh toppings.
Details
About The Spot on Lakeshore
The Spot on Lakeshore is a restaurant in Mentor, Ohio, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. It offers casual, cozy dining with comfort food, cocktails, coffee, and a bar onsite, along with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and curbside pickup. Reviewers consistently praise the breakfast dishes, including hash browns, french toast, chicken and waffles, pot roast, and Bloody Marys, as well as the fast, attentive service. Reviews also mention live music and local art as part of the experience.
Amenities
Service options
- Curbside pickup
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Locals
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is The Spot on Lakeshore known for?
It is especially known for breakfast dishes like chicken and waffles, hash browns, french toast, and tiramisu pancakes. Reviewers also mention live music and a local-art-focused atmosphere as part of what makes the place stand out in Mentor.
What dishes are most recommended at The Spot on Lakeshore?
Frequently recommended items include the chicken and waffles, short rib hash, tiramisu pancakes, gluten-free waffles, and the salmon burger. Reviewers also call out the pot roast, omelette, and crispy hash browns for being well prepared and flavorful.
What is the atmosphere like at The Spot on Lakeshore?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with live music and local art on the walls. It seems to work well for groups, families, and solo diners, and reviewers mention it feeling comfortable and inviting even when the dining room is full.
Is The Spot on Lakeshore good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $10–20, and reviewers repeatedly say the food is worth it or even priced below what the quality could demand. People specifically mention good prices for breakfast plates, sandwiches, and brunch items, with strong attention to detail in the cooking.
When is the best time to visit The Spot on Lakeshore?
Reviewers note that it can be packed, especially during breakfast and weekend visits when live music is happening. If you want a calmer experience, going earlier or planning ahead with a reservation may help, since the restaurant accepts reservations.
Is parking available at The Spot on Lakeshore?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Spot on Lakeshore have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Spot on Lakeshore offers vegan options.
Is The Spot on Lakeshore kid-friendly?
Yes, The Spot on Lakeshore is good for kids.
